Work in pairs. Look at the picture and discuss the following questions.
1. What kind of vocational course are they taking?
2. Do you think students need any special qualifications to apply for this course?
3. What do you think students expect to learn from this course?
1. Based on the context of the picture, it seems like the students are taking a vocational course in cooking or culinary arts.
2. It's possible that students may need certain qualifications or prerequisites to apply for this course, such as a high school diploma or previous experience in cooking. However, it ultimately depends on the specific requirements of the course and the institution offering it.
3. Students in this course likely expect to learn various cooking techniques and recipes, as well as gain a deeper understanding of the culinary arts. They may also learn about food safety, kitchen hygiene, and restaurant management if the course covers those topics. Additionally, students may hope to gain hands-on experience in cooking and receive feedback on their dishes from their instructor. Overall, the goal of this course is likely to help students develop their skills and knowledge in the culinary field.
4. What is global warming? Can you name some effect of this phenomenon?
5. What do you want to do in the future? Will you attend university or take a vocational training course? Why?
6. Can you name several levels of education system in Vietnam? Which ones are compulsory/ optional?
7. Name some problems that are happening in your city at the moment. If you had power and a lot of money, what would you do to improve your city?
SPEAKING Work in pairs. Discuss these questions.
1. Which home is the most original and clever, do you think? Why?
2. Which is the most useful from a social point of view? Why?
3. Which of the homes would you like to live in? Why?
4. Which of the homes would you not like to live in? Why not?
1. The Crazy House is the most original and clever home because of its surrealistic and unique design that incorporates natural elements and animal motifs.
2. The living sculptures made by Gregory Kloehn are the most useful from a social point of view because they provide affordable housing solutions for homeless people using recycled materials.
3. I would like to live in the shipping container housing in Brighton because it offers a cozy and private space that is affordable and sustainable.
4. I would not like to live in the Crazy House because its unconventional design may not be practical for everyday living, and may not offer enough privacy or storage space.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
19. If you are not good at academic subjects, you should opt for vocational training in which you are equipped with skills for a certain job.
A. consider B. get C. choose D. take
20. An advanced degree from a prestigious institution is a must when you apply for a job as an astronaut.
A. magnificent and well-known B. respected and of high quality
C. old-aged and famous D. modern and stimulating
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
21. The machine has been out of order since last month.
A. under repair B. functioning well C. sold out D. refusing orders
22. Anyone who neglects his or her homework is unlikely to do well at school.
A. puts off B. attends to C. looks for D. approves of
19. If you are not good at academic subjects, you should opt for vocational training in which you are equipped with skills for a certain job.
A. consider B. get C. choose D. take
20. An advanced degree from a prestigious institution is a must when you apply for a job as an astronaut.
A. magnificent and well-known B. respected and of high quality
C. old-aged and famous D. modern and stimulating
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
21. The machine has been out of order since last month.
A. under repair B. functioning well C. sold out D. refusing orders
22. Anyone who neglects his or her homework is unlikely to do well at school.
A. puts off B. attends to C. looks for D. approves of
SPEAKING Work in groups. Read the task below. Think of two ideas for each topic and make notes. Then do the task.
Imagine the following situation: you spent three weeks with a host family when you did a language course in England last summer. You are having a video call with a student from Japan who is planning to do the same thing this summer and you are giving him/her some advice. Discuss the following topics.
• Preparing for the visit
• What you can learn by studying in England
• Staying in touch with people back home
• Staying safe abroad
A: This summer I am going to have a language course in England with a host family. Can you share with me some experience because I have never studied abroad before.
B: Sure! I think you should prepare some presents for the England family, for example tea, coffee or wine… I'm sure they will be happy. Moreover, your small personal belongings should be brought to try to avoid making them annoyed. Don't forget to be tidy and disciplined.
A: Yeah, I will do it. What are the benefits of studying in England that you can have?
B: That language course brings me a lot of advantages. Firstly, I can improve my English skills significantly because I can have a good environment to practice. Secondly, studying abroad helps me gain more confidence and independence because I have to do everything alone.
A: Sounds interesting! What should I do if I miss my family so much?
B: I used to think that. Don't worry, every day you ought to spend at least 30 minutes making a video call for your parents to tell what happened to you every day. If you feel alone, chat with your close friend to share your experience. These are two helpful methods, I think.
A: How can I stay safe during the time I study there?
B: In my experience, you ought not to keep all your money in one location In case you forget or lose it. I don't think you should go out at night to a dark or non-tourist area. It is very dangerous.
Tạm dịch:
A: Mùa hè này tôi sẽ có một khóa học ngôn ngữ ở Anh với một gia đình người bản xứ. Bạn có thể chia sẻ cho tôi ít kinh nghiệm được không vì tôi chưa đi du học bao giờ.
B: Chắc chắn rồi! Tôi nghĩ bạn nên chuẩn bị một vài món quà cho gia đình người Anh, ví dụ như cà phê, trà hoặc rượu… Tôi chắc chắn họ sẽ rất vui. Hơn nữa, những đồ dùng cá nhân nhỏ của bạn nên cố gắng mang theo để tránh làm họ khó chịu. Đừng quên ngăn nắp và kỷ luật.
A: Vâng, tôi sẽ làm điều đó. Những lợi ích của việc học tập tại Anh mà bạn có thể có là gì?
B: Khóa học ngôn ngữ đó mang lại cho tôi rất nhiều lợi thế. Đầu tiên, tôi có thể cải thiện đáng kể kỹ năng tiếng Anh của mình vì tôi có một môi trường tốt để thực hành. Thứ hai, du học giúp tôi thêm tự tin và độc lập vì tôi phải làm mọi thứ một mình.
A: Nghe có vẻ thú vị! Tôi nên làm gì nếu tôi nhớ gia đình của tôi rất nhiều?
B: Tôi đã từng nghĩ như vậy. Đừng lo, mỗi ngày bạn nên dành ít nhất 30 phút để gọi video cho bố mẹ kể những chuyện xảy ra với bạn hàng ngày. Nếu bạn cảm thấy cô đơn, hãy trò chuyện với người bạn thân của mình để chia sẻ kinh nghiệm. Đây là hai phương pháp hữu ích, tôi nghĩ vậy.
A: Làm thế nào tôi có thể an toàn trong thời gian tôi học ở đó?
B: Theo kinh nghiệm của tôi, bạn không nên giữ tất cả tiền của mình tại một địa điểm phòng trường hợp bạn quên hoặc làm mất. Tôi không nghĩ bạn nên ra ngoài vào ban đêm ở những khu vực tối hoặc không dành cho khách du lịch. Nó là rất nguy hiểm.
Choose the item (A, B, C or D) that best completes each of the following sentences.
In 1988, for the first time in British history, a National Curriculum was introduced. The National Curriculum tells pupils which subjects they have to study, what they must learn and when they have to take assessment tests. [assessment: đánh giá]
Between the ages of 14 and 16, pupils study for their GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) exams. Pupils must take English Language, Maths and Science for GCSE, as well as a half GCSE in a foreign language and Technology. In addition, they must also be taught Physical Education, Religious Education and Sex Education, although they do not take exams in these subjects.
At the age of 16, pupils can leave school. If pupils stay on, they usually take A (Advanced) levels, AS (Advanced Supplementary) level or GNVQs (Greater National Vocational Qualifications). It is quite common to combine, for example, two A levels with one AS level, or one A level with one GNVQ.
Pupils taking A levels study traditional subjects, such as French, Physics or History. To go to university, pupils usually need two or three A levels.
AS levels are the same standard as A levels, but only half of the content: AS level German pupils take the A-level German language exam, but do not take the A-level German Literature exam.
GNVQs are vocational qualifications. Pupils usually take on GNVQ in subjects such as Business, Leisure and Tourism, Manufacturing, and Art and Design. One GVNQ (at advanced level) is equal to two A levels.
4. Which of the following subjects do pupils NOT take on GNVQ in?
A. German Literature
B. Business
C. Art and Design
D. Manufacturing
Choose the item (A, B, C or D) that best completes each of the following sentences.
In 1988, for the first time in British history, a National Curriculum was introduced. The National Curriculum tells pupils which subjects they have to study, what they must learn and when they have to take assessment tests. [assessment: đánh giá]
Between the ages of 14 and 16, pupils study for their GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) exams. Pupils must take English Language, Maths and Science for GCSE, as well as a half GCSE in a foreign language and Technology. In addition, they must also be taught Physical Education, Religious Education and Sex Education, although they do not take exams in these subjects.
At the age of 16, pupils can leave school. If pupils stay on, they usually take A (Advanced) levels, AS (Advanced Supplementary) level or GNVQs (Greater National Vocational Qualifications). It is quite common to combine, for example, two A levels with one AS level, or one A level with one GNVQ.
Pupils taking A levels study traditional subjects, such as French, Physics or History. To go to university, pupils usually need two or three A levels.
AS levels are the same standard as A levels, but only half of the content: AS level German pupils take the A-level German language exam, but do not take the A-level German Literature exam.
GNVQs are vocational qualifications. Pupils usually take on GNVQ in subjects such as Business, Leisure and Tourism, Manufacturing, and Art and Design. One GVNQ (at advanced level) is equal to two A levels.
2. Which of the following subjects do British students NOT take exams in?
A. Science
B. Physical Education
C. Maths
D. English Language
Read the passages and the questions or unfinished sentences. Then choose the answer (A, B, C or D) that you think fits best.
Around the age of sixteen, you must make one of the biggest decisions of your life. “Do I stay on at school and hopefully go on to university (31) _______? Do I leave and start work or begin a training course. The decision is yours, but it may be (32) _______ remembering two things: there is more unemployment among those who haven’t been to university, and people who have the right skills will have a big advantage in the competition for jobs. If you decide to go (33) _______ into a job, there are many opportunities for training. Getting qualifications will help you to get on more quickly in many careers, and evening classes allow you to learn (34) _______ you earn. Starting work and taking a break to study when you are older is another possibility. In this way, you can save up money for your student days, as well as (35) _______ practical work experience
Điền vào ô số 32
A. necessary
B. important
C. useful
D. worth
Đáp án là D
Necessary + to Vo: cần thiết
Important + to Vo: quan trọng
Useful + to Vo: có ích
Worth + Ving: đáng giá
The decision is yours, but it may be (32) ____ remembering two things: there is more unemployment among those who haven’t been to university, and people who have the right skills will have a big advantage in the competition for jobs.
[ Quyết định là của bạn, nhưng nó có thể đáng giá để ghi nhớ hai điều: không có nhiều người thất nghiệp khi họ không học dại học, và người có kỹ năng tốt sẽ có lợi thế lớn hơn trong cạnh tranh việc làm.]
Read the passages and the questions or unfinished sentences. Then choose the answer (A, B, C or D) that you think fits best.
Around the age of sixteen, you must make one of the biggest decisions of your life. “Do I stay on at school and hopefully go on to university (31) _______? Do I leave and start work or begin a training course. The decision is yours, but it may be (32) _______ remembering two things: there is more unemployment among those who haven’t been to university, and people who have the right skills will have a big advantage in the competition for jobs. If you decide to go (33) _______ into a job, there are many opportunities for training. Getting qualifications will help you to get on more quickly in many careers, and evening classes allow you to learn (34) _______ you earn. Starting work and taking a break to study when you are older is another possibility. In this way, you can save up money for your student days, as well as (35) _______ practical work experience
Điền vào ô số 34
A. while
B. what
C. where
D. which
Đáp án là A
While: trong khi
What: cái mà
Where: nơi mà
Which : cái mà
Getting qualifications will help you to get on more quickly in many careers, and evening classes allow you to learn (34) ____ you earn.
[ Có bằng cấp sẽ giúp bạn làm quen nhanh hơn nhiều sự nghiệp, và những lớp học buổi tối cho phép bạn học trong khi bạn đang đi làm.]
