Which words in exercise 3 can you use to describe the photos A-E?
Work in pairs. Use the words in exercise 1 to describe the clothes of people in photos A-C. Where are they?
Picture A: They were wearing red scarfs, black shirts and baggy shorts.
Picture B: The girls were wearing patterned blouses, knee - length skirts and socks. The boy was wearing a black jacket and trousers.
Picture C: She was wearing an indigo jacket, a pink T-shirt and blue jeans.
- In Sapa
Use the word school and the words in the box to make compound nouns. Listen and check. Which types of school can you see in the photos?
boarding school
boarding holidays home leavers mixied primary rules secondary single-sex uniform |
boarding school; school holidays; home school
school leavers; mixed school; primary school
school rules; secondary school; singer-sex school
school uniform
Look at film photos A-F. Choose the correct words in exercise 1 to describe each film.
A. Science fiction
B. Horror
C. Romance
D. Comedy
E. Musical
F. Action
Answer the questions in the rules with the words in exercise 1.
RULES 1. Which quantifiers can we use with countable nouns? 2. Which quantifiers can we use with uncountable nouns? 3. Which quantifiers can we use to say there are small quantities of something? 4. Which quantifiers can we use to say there are large quantities of something? 5. Which quantifier means “sufficient”? |
1. many, a few, a lot of, enough
2. enough, much, a little, a lot of
3. a few, a little
4. a lot of, much, many
5. enough
Look at photos A - F. Use the adjectives in exercise 1 to describe the objects.
automatic digital ecological electronic hi-tech home-made multi-functional natural recycled second-hand smart solar useful waterproof |
A. automatic vacuum cleaner
B. digital/ smart watch
C. solar/ electronic streetlight
D. recycled furniture
E. second - hand junk
F. waterproof phone
A. automatic
B. digital, smart
C. electronic, solar
D. recycled
E. second-hand
F. waterproof
A. automatic
B. digital, smart
C. electronic, solar
D. recycled
E. second-hand
F. waterproof
Which words can you use to describe yourself? Which adjectives do you think are important qualities for these people?
a teacher a friend a mother |
The words I can use to describe myself: friendly, kind, responsible and thoughtful.
The adjectives I think are important qualities for:
- a teacher: knowledgeable; patient; organized; inspiring; supportive; fair; enthusiastic…
- a friend: loyal; trustworthy; empathetic; kind; respectful; non-judgmental; honest; sympathetic…
- a mother: loving; patient; selfless; protective; caring; supportive; encouraging; nurturing; heartwarming; brave; dedicated…
Write a paragraph (80-100 words) to describe a way of morden communication. You can use the ideas in 4 or your own ideas.
Tham khảo:
One of the most popular ways of modern communication is using social media platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram, Zalo etc. Social media allows people to connect and communicate with each other instantly, regardless of their geographical location. With just a few clicks, people can share pictures, videos, and messages with their friends and family. Furthermore, social media has become a powerful tool for spreading news and information quickly and efficiently. Overall, social media has revolutionized the way we communicate and interact with each other in the modern age.
Tham khảo
One of the most popular ways of modern communication is using social media platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram, Zalo etc. Social media allows people to connect and communicate with each other instantly, regardless of their geographical location. With just a few clicks, people can share pictures, videos, and messages with their friends and family. Furthermore, social media has become a powerful tool for spreading news and information quickly and efficiently. Overall, social media has revolutionized the way we communicate and interact with each other in the modern age.
Tạm dịch:
Một trong những cách thức thông dụng nhất để giao tiếp đó là sử dụng các nền tảng mạng xã hội, như Facebook, Instagram, Zalo, vân vân. mạng xã hội cho phép mọi người kết nối và giao tiếp với nhau ngay tức thì, bất kể vị trí địa lý của họ. Với chỉ vài cái nhấp chuột, người ta có thể chia sẻ hình ảnh, video và những tin nhắn với bạn bè và người thân. Hơn nữa, mạng xã hội còn là một công cụ vô cùng mạnh mẽ để lan truyền tin tức và thông tin một cách nhanh chóng và hiệu quả. Nhìn chung, mạng xã hội đã cách mạng hóa phương thức mà chúng ta giao tiếp hay tương tác với nhau trong xã hội hiện đại.
USE IT! Work in pairs. Use the words in exercise 1 and the key phrases to make suggestions for the problems below. Decide which two changes you would make.
- People litter a lot in Nhieu Loc canal.
- People don't use the bins on the street.
- There's too much traffic in the city centre.
- There's a lot of food waste in buffets.
KEY PHRASES Suggesting changes 1. I think people should (support victims more) 2. We need to ... 3. I think it’s the best thing to do. 4. I hope they introduce (a law against it soon). 5. Let’s create a petition. |
A: We must campaign to encourage people to put litter in the bins.
B: Let's create a petition.
1. People litter a lot in Nhieu Loc canal.
A: We need to propose a public campaign to raise awareness about the importance of keeping the canal clean.
B: I think people should volunteer to participate in canal cleaning activities.
2. People don't use the bins on the street.
A: I hope they introduce a law to demand strict fines and penalties for those who litter in public areas.
B: I think it is the best thing to do.
3. There's too much traffic in the city centre.
A: We need to aim to encourage people to use public transportation to reduce the number of cars on the road.
B: I think it is the best thing to do.
4. There's a lot of food waste in buffets.
A: I think people should propose a ban on excessive food waste in buffets by limiting the amount of food customers can take at one time.
B: Let’s create a petition.
VOCABULARY Read the Look out! box. What personal qualities do you need for the jobs in the photos in exercise 1, in your opinion? Use words from exercise 2 and the phrases in the Look out! box.
A: A disability support worker needs lots of patience / needs to be very patient.
B: It's important for a children's entertainer to have a good sense of humour.
LOOK OUT! Some personal qualities are best expressed using phrases. have a good sense of humour show lots of initiative have physical courage have lots of /no common sense be good at communicating have lots of energy have good organisational skills lack self-confidence |
A: A disability support worker needs to be compassionate, empathetic, and have good communication skills to be able to understand and support people with disabilities effectively.
B: A children's entertainer needs to be enthusiastic, energetic, and creative to engage and entertain children effectively. They also need to have good communication skills and be able to work well with children.
A: A helicopter paramedic needs to be brave and quick-thinking.
B: An instrument maker needs to be creative and have good attention to detail.
(A: Một nhân viên hỗ trợ người khuyết tật cần phải có tấm lòng nhân ái, đồng cảm và có kỹ năng giao tiếp tốt để có thể hiểu và hỗ trợ người khuyết tật một cách hiệu quả.
B: Một nghệ sĩ giải trí cho trẻ em cần phải nhiệt tình, năng động và sáng tạo để thu hút và giải trí cho trẻ em một cách hiệu quả. Họ cũng cần có kỹ năng giao tiếp tốt và có thể làm việc tốt với trẻ em.
A: Nhân viên cứu thương trực thăng cần dũng cảm và nhanh trí.
B: Một người sản xuất nhạc cụ cần phải sáng tạo và chú ý đến từng chi tiết.)