Read the conversation again and decide who has these skills. Put a tick ✔ in the correct column.

Listen to a conversation between Kevin and Mai. Number the things they talk about in the order they are mentioned.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, 13, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the question.

Grandparents are becoming the forgotten generation, with youngsters now too busy to listen to their stories from the olden days.

A study of 1,000 five to 18 year-olds reveals just 21 per cent will visit their older relatives to hear about how their lives were different in the past; such as where they worked, how it was living in the war, and how they met the love of their life. More than half of youths have no idea what job their grandparent did before retirement - admitting they'd never thought to ask. Sadly, one in 10 admitted they are simply not interested in their grandmother's or grandad's previous job or talents and interests, and a quarter only turn up to see them for pocket money. But 23 per cent claim the reason they don't know anything about their older relatives is because they don't really get the chance to talk properly.

Geoff Bates, spokesman for McCarthy 8/. Stone's Inspirational Generation campaign, said: We know this generation have lived full lives with heroic tales to tell and so much to offer, but how many of us have actually thought to ask these questions of our older family members? We want to shout about the amazing feats retirees have achieved in their lifetime and put the spotlight on the wonderfully colorful lives of today's older people. We are calling on parents and children to talk to their grandparents, to find out what they have done in their lives - and continue to do, and tell us all about it so we can give them the credit they deserve."

Researchers found that although 65 per cent of youngsters do see their grandparents every single week, 37 per cent claim this is only because their parents want them to. And while 39 per cent talk to their grandparents on the phone, Facebook or Skype at least once a week - 16 per cent once a day - conversation is rarely focused on what they are doing or have done in the past. Four in 10 kids have no idea what their grandparents proudest achievements are, while 30 per cent don't know if they have any special skills or talents. And 42 per cent don't spend any time talking about their grandparent's history -and are therefore clueless about what their grandmother or grandad was like when they were younger. Perhaps due to this lack of communication and respect, just six per cent of children say they look up to their grandparents as a role model and inspiration. However, grandchildren are agreed their grandparents are both loving and friendly, while 43 per cent think they're funny - with 23 per cent admitting they often have more fun with their elderly relatives than their parents.

(Source: haps://www.independent.co.uk

According to the study in paragraph 2, which information is NOT true?

A. Merely over one fifth of people in the survey keep asking about the bygone time of their grandparents. 

B. Over 50% of the young don't know about their older relatives' professions before superannuation. 

C. Most of youths visit their grandparents to ask for money. 

D. Nearly a quarter of young people don't have proper opportunities to converse with their older relatives.

Read the passage below and decide whether the statements are TRUE or FALSE?

Now Thu lives with her family in a beautiful house on Tran Hung Dao street. Every morning, Thu gets up at six. She has big breakfast at 6.10. After breakfast, she brushes her teeth. She goes to school at 6.30. She has lunch at 11.30 at school. In the evening, sometimes she has lessons, sometimes she plays volleyball or soccer with some friends of her. She comes back home at about 5:00 and helps her mother to cook dinner for her family.

Thu lives with her family.

A. True

B. False

Read the passage below and decide whether the statements are TRUE or FALSE?

Now Thu lives with her family in a beautiful house on Tran Hung Dao street. Every morning, Thu gets up at six. She has big breakfast at 6.10. After breakfast, she brushes her teeth. She goes to school at 6.30. She has lunch at 11.30 at school. In the evening, sometimes she has lessons, sometimes she plays volleyball or soccer with some friends of her. She comes back home at about 5:00 and helps her mother to cook dinner for her family.

She comes back home to have lunch.

A. True

B. False

Read the conversation again and circle the correct answer A, B, or C.

1. What are Trang and Mark doing?

A. Practising a video call.

B. Making a call with Tech Sawy.

C. Learning how to use a tablet.

2. What device does Trang need help with?

A. The tablet.                        B. The computer.                           C. The webcam.

3. Mark says that they should _____ in the future.

A. have more video conferences

B. do more practice calls

C. have a high-speed Internet connection

Trang: Mark, we're having a video conference with Tech Savvy next Thursday, but ...

Mark: Hold on. Is that the technology club at the Japanese school?

Trang: Exactly. But I'm a bit worried. I've never had a video conference call.

Mark: You're kidding! Who doesn’t know how to make a video call? Alright, let’s do a practice call now.

Trang: Hmm, what do I need to do first?

Mark: It’s a piece of cake, Trang. Now, you sit in front of the computer. I'll connect with you via one of my tablets and ...

Trang: Sorry, but how can I adjust this webcam? It’s focusing on my forehead.

Mark: Use this button to move it up or down, and this to zoom in or out. 

Trang: Thanks. And can you see me clearly on your tablet?

Mark: Yes, of course. We have a high-speed Internet connection here. 

Trang: I hope the conference goes smoothly.

Mark: I'm sure it will. We should hold more video conferences like this in the future. 

Trang: That's exactly how I feel. 

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, 13, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the question.

Grandparents are becoming the forgotten generation, with youngsters now too busy to listen to their stories from the olden days.

A study of 1,000 five to 18 year-olds reveals just 21 per cent will visit their older relatives to hear about how their lives were different in the past; such as where they worked, how it was living in the war, and how they met the love of their life. More than half of youths have no idea what job their grandparent did before retirement - admitting they'd never thought to ask. Sadly, one in 10 admitted they are simply not interested in their grandmother's or grandad's previous job or talents and interests, and a quarter only turn up to see them for pocket money. But 23 per cent claim the reason they don't know anything about their older relatives is because they don't really get the chance to talk properly.

Geoff Bates, spokesman for McCarthy 8/. Stone's Inspirational Generation campaign, said: We know this generation have lived full lives with heroic tales to tell and so much to offer, but how many of us have actually thought to ask these questions of our older family members? We want to shout about the amazing feats retirees have achieved in their lifetime and put the spotlight on the wonderfully colorful lives of today's older people. We are calling on parents and children to talk to their grandparents, to find out what they have done in their lives - and continue to do, and tell us all about it so we can give them the credit they deserve."

Researchers found that although 65 per cent of youngsters do see their grandparents every single week, 37 per cent claim this is only because their parents want them to. And while 39 per cent talk to their grandparents on the phone, Facebook or Skype at least once a week - 16 per cent once a day - conversation is rarely focused on what they are doing or have done in the past. Four in 10 kids have no idea what their grandparents proudest achievements are, while 30 per cent don't know if they have any special skills or talents. And 42 per cent don't spend any time talking about their grandparent's history -and are therefore clueless about what their grandmother or grandad was like when they were younger. Perhaps due to this lack of communication and respect, just six per cent of children say they look up to their grandparents as a role model and inspiration. However, grandchildren are agreed their grandparents are both loving and friendly, while 43 per cent think they're funny - with 23 per cent admitting they often have more fun with their elderly relatives than their parents.

(Source: haps://www.independent.co.uk

According to the last paragraph, the proportion of the young voluntarily visiting their older family members every week is  _______.

A. 37%

B. 65%

C. 28%

D. 39%

Read the passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to answer the questions.

We first learn about loving and caring relationships from our families. Family is defined as a domestic group of people with some degree of kinship - whether through blood, marriage, or adoption. Ideally, each child is nurtured, respected, and grows up to care for others and develop strong and healthy relationships. This does not mean that it is always easy to make and keep friends; it just means that we share the goal of having strong relationships.

"Family" includes your siblings and parents, as well as relatives who you may not interact with every day, such as your cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents, and stepparents.

These are probably the people you are closest to and with whom you spend the most time. Having healthy relationships with your family members is both important and difficult.

         Families in the 21st century come in all shapes and sizes: traditional, single parent, blended (more than one family together in the same house], and gay and lesbian parents -just to name a few. No matter the "type" of family you have, there are going to be highs and lows - good times and bad. Many times, however, families become blocked in their relationships by hurt, anger, mistrust, and confusion. These are natural and normal, and few families do not have at least a few experiences with them. The worst time for most families, is during a divorce. By making a few simple changes in the way we look at the world and deal with other people, it is possible to create happier, more stable relationships. Families need to be units of mutual caring and support; they can be sources of lifelong strength for all individuals.

According to the passage, which example below is probably NOT TRUE about the definition of family?

A. wife & husband relationship

B. god-mother & god-son relationship

C. step-father & daughter relationship 

D. nanny & baby relationship

Read the conversation again and complete the sentences.

1. Trang is looking for a  _________.

2. She likes doing DIY in her  _________.

3. Tom loves spending his free time with  _________.

4. Tom and his friends usually _________. together.

5. Tom, Mark, Trang, and Mai are going to see a comedy this _________.

Tom: Hi, Trang. Surprised to see you. What brings you here?

Trang: Oh, hello Tom. I'm looking for a knitting kit.

Tom: A knitting kit? I didn't know you like knitting.

Trang: Actually, I'm keen on many DIY activities. In my leisure time, I love knitting, building dollhouses, and making paper flowers.

Tom: I see. So, you like spending time on your own.

Trang: Yeah. What do you do in your free time?

Tom: I'm a bit different. I usually hang out with my friends. We go to the cinema, go cycling, or play sport in the park.

Trang: You love spending free time with other people, don't you?

Tom: That's right. By the way, would you like to go to the cinema with me and Mark this Sunday? There's a new comedy at New World Cinema.

Trang: Yes, I'd love to. Can I ask Mai to join us?

Tom: Sure. Let's meet outside the cinema at 9 a.m.