Reading

Read the text about staying young. Match the headings (A-G) with the paragraphs (1-5). There are two extra headings.

(Đọc văn bản về việc luôn trẻ trung. Nối các tiêu đề (A-G) với các đoạn văn (1-5). Có hai tiêu đề phụ.)

1 _______ As people grow older, they often think back to the days of their youth. They remember the great friends of those days, great times together, and how bright the future lo

2_______It doesn't need to be that way. There are many secrets to staying young in spirit well into old age. Why put up with feeling miserable when you can be enthusiastic instead? Here are some tips to keep you young at heart as you grow older.

3_______Relationships are extremely important. Family gives you comfort and support, and catching up with old friends can help older people to feel young. Making new friends is important, too but make sure they are optimistic, enthusiastic people.

4_______Bad things happen to all of us. We split up with a boyfriend or girlfriend, and later we may have to do a boring job for years. But don't think too much about negative things. Deal with them, and get on with your life.

5. _______Always keep special things around you, like family photos or favourite possessions - and be grateful that you can enjoy them. Thank your loved ones daily for sharing your life, too. When you see the pleasure on their faces, you will never feel old - even in your eighties!

A. The importance of people in your life

B. Ageing can be a positive experience

C. You can choose to stay young

D. Appreciate the things and people in your life

E. Lo

F. Getting over the negatives and moving on

G. Even pessimists can have friends

Gợi ý đáp án

Listening

Listen to two young people talking about their family history. You will hear the recording twice. Are the statements true (T) or false (F)?

(Hãy nghe hai bạn trẻ nói về lịch sử gia đình của họ. Bạn sẽ nghe đoạn ghi âm hai lần. Các câu đúng (T) hay sai (F)?)

1. Lila has no memory of moving to the UK.

2. Lila's mother made the decision to move to the UK.

3 Most of Tim's family came to the UK from Norway.

4. Tim's father grew up in the countryside.

5. Tim admires his father's achievements.

Speaking

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:

(Làm việc theo cặp. Hãy tưởng tượng tình huống sau đây. Bạn của bạn từ một thị trấn khác sẽ đến ở với gia đình bạn trong hai tuần trong kỳ nghỉ hè. Hãy cho anh ấy/cô ấy một số lời khuyên. Thảo luận về các điểm sau)

• What he/she should pack for the visit

(Những gì anh ấy / cô ấy nên đóng gói mang đi cho chuyến thăm)

• Activities you could do together

(Các hoạt động bạn có thể làm cùng nhau)

• Advice on staying with your family

(Tư vấn về việc ở cùng gia đình)

• What sports he/she can do in your town

(Những môn thể thao mà anh ấy/cô ấy có thể chơi ở thị trấn của bạn)

Swap roles and repeat the Speaking activity.

(Đổi vai và lặp lại hoạt động Nói.)

Gợi ý đáp án

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.

Writing

You have seen this advertisement on a website. Write a message (70-80 words) in reply and provide the information Peter asks for. Include a request for information in your message.

(Bạn đã thấy quảng cáo này trên một trang web. Viết một tin nhắn (70-80 từ) để trả lời và cung cấp thông tin mà Peter yêu cầu. Bao gồm một yêu cầu thông tin trong tin nhắn của bạn.)

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