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Unit 1

Globalization

February 2024

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Objectives

01 Listening Listening for gist; listening for detail


Listening for opinion; vocabulary

Reading for main ideas


02 Reading Identifying purpose and audience
Vocabulary

Writing Types of Essays


03 Writing handout 1

Idea development in social


04 Speaking Interactions (reasoning)
Listening
Student’s Book (Page 18, 22)
DISCUSSION

Work with a partner. Discuss the questions below.

1. What fresh foods are often imported in your country?


2. Do you often buy imported fresh food? Why/ Why not?
3. Why do you think people in the UK buy food that has travelled long distances?
4. Is this also common in your country?
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DISCUSSION
1. Vietnam brings in fruits like apples, grapes, and oranges, along with vegetables such as potatoes and
carrots, seafood like salmon and shrimp, meats like beef and pork, dairy products, and nuts to meet
different tastes and ensure a steady food supply.
2. I do buy imported fresh food, especially fruits, vegetables, seafood, and certain meat and dairy
products, even though they can be more expensive. This is because they offer a wider range of options,
better quality, and are available throughout the year, matching various international dishes.
3. British people purchase food that has traveled long distances due to reasons like wanting diverse
options all year round, seeking variety, following cultural preferences, and sometimes because it's
cheaper to produce in other places.
4. Similarly, in Vietnam, it's common for people to buy food that has traveled long distances for reasons
such as having access to a variety of options throughout the year, following cultural preferences, and
considering cost factors.
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UNDERSTANDING KEY VOCABULARY
English words International transcription Word form Vietnamese translation

1. Purchase ˈpɜːrtʃəs noun mua

2. Environmental ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmentl̩ noun môi trường

3. Produce ˈprɒdjuːs noun sản phẩm nông nghiệp

4. Investigate ɪnˈvestɪɡeɪt verb điều tra

5. Basket ˈbɑːskɪt noun giỏ hàng

6. A bunch of ə bʌntʃ ʌv noun một bó, chùm

7. Grapes ɡreɪps noun nho

8. Lettuce ˈletɪs noun rau diếp

9. Notice ˈnəʊtɪs verb lưu ý

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UNDERSTANDING KEY VOCABULARY
English words International transcription Word form Vietnamese translation

11. Blueberry ˈbluːbəri noun việt quất

12. Pepper ˈpepər noun ớt chuông

13. Cucumber ˈkjuːkʌmbər noun dưa leo

14. Supply chain səˈplaɪ tʃeɪn noun chuỗi cung ứng

15. Carbon footprint ˈkɑːbən ˈfʊtprɪnt noun dấu chân

16. Have an impact on ˈɪmpækt verb tác động đến

17. Package ˈpækɪdʒ verb đóng gói

18. Process ˈprɒses verb chế biến

19. Local ˈləʊkəl adj địa phương

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PREDICTING CONTENT
01. Look at the photograph and programme name. Choose the topics that you think will be included.

49,000km fruit salad

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LISTEN FOR GIST
02. Look at the photograph and programme name. Listen and choose the topics included.

49,000km fruit salad

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LISTEN FOR GIST
02. Look at the photograph and programme name. Listen and choose the topics included.

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LISTEN FOR GIST
02. Look at the photograph and programme name. Listen and choose the topics included.

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LISTEN FOR GIST
02. Look at the photograph and programme name. Listen and choose the topics included.

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LISTEN FOR GIST
02. Look at the photograph and programme name. Listen and choose the topics included.

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LISTEN FOR DETAIL
03. Listen to the radio programme again and write true (T) or false (F).

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LISTEN FOR DETAIL
03. Listen to the radio programme again and write true (T) or false (F).

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LISTEN FOR DETAIL
03. Listen to the radio programme again and write true (T) or false (F).

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LISTEN FOR DETAIL
03. Listen to the radio programme again and write true (T) or false (F).

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LISTEN FOR DETAIL
03. Listen to the radio programme again and write true (T) or false (F).

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LISTEN FOR DETAIL
03. Listen to the radio programme again and write true (T) or false (F).

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LISTEN FOR DETAIL
03. Listen to the radio programme again and write true (T) or false (F).

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LISTEN FOR DETAIL
03. Listen to the radio programme again and write true (T) or false (F).

T
T
F
F
F
F

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LISTEN FOR OPINION
04. Choose the statement (a-c) that best matches the radio programme reporter’s opinion.

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LISTEN FOR OPINION
04. Choose the statement (a-c) that best matches the radio programme reporter’s opinion.

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PRONUNCIATION FOR LISTENING
05. Listen to the consonant clusters and underline the word the speaker says.

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PRONUNCIATION FOR LISTENING
05. Listen to the consonant clusters and underline the word the speaker says.

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PRONUNCIATION FOR LISTENING
06. Listen and correct the mistakes in this student’s notes.

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PRONUNCIATION FOR LISTENING
06. Listen and correct the mistakes in this student’s notes.

sport -> support


free -> three
Furs -> First
six -> sixth
crime ate -> climate
estate -> state
tap -> trap
going -> growing
wood -> would
train -> rain

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UNDERSTANDING KEY VOCABULARY
Vocabulary

1. Carbon footprint /ˈkɑːbən ˈfʊtprɪnt/ (n) dấu chân carbon


2. Transportation /ˌtræn.spɔːˈteɪ.ʃən/ (n) vận tải, vận chuyển
3. Climate change /ˈklaɪmət tʃeɪndʒ/ (n) biến đổi khí hậu
4. Environment /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/ (n) môi trường
5. Processing /ˈprəʊsesɪŋ/ (n) chế biến, xử lí
6. Produce /ˈprɒdjuːs/ (n) sản phẩm nông nghiệp
7. Supply chain /səˈplaɪ tʃeɪn/ (n) chuỗi cung ứng
8. Carbon dioxide emission /ˈkɑːbən daɪˈɒksaɪd ɪˈmɪʃən/ (n) phát thải carbon dioxide
9. Import /ˈɪmpɔːt/ (v) nhập khẩu
10. Purchase /ˈpɜːrtʃəs/ (v) mua

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03. Complete the text with words from the box.
03. Complete the text with words from the box.

carbon footprint
transportation
carbon dioxide emissions

processing

climate change
environment

supply chain purchasing


produce
imported
Listening
Listening Handout 1
PART 1
Listen to SEVEN different short recordings and choose the best answer A, B, C, or D.

1. Which day is the carnival taking place this year?


A. June 10th B. June 30th C. July 7th D. July 8th
2. Why has the woman decided to leave her job?
A. Illness B. Day-offs C. Training events D. Salary
3. What should customers who have a problem with their telephone do?
A. Ask other customers B. Call engineers
C. Check the company’s website D. Email the company

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PART 1
Listen to SEVEN different short recordings and choose the best answer A, B, C, or D.

4. What does the man say he can’t do?


A. Cut the grass B. Put things into plastic bags
C. Get things to a recycle centre D. Get a means of transport
5. What is today's special offer?
A. Dresses B. Tea C. Frozen food D. Flowers
6. What time does Jamie suggest meeting?
A. 3:00 B. 3:15 C. 4:00 D. 11:00
7. What should passengers for the 10.15 train do?
A. Reserve seats at the ticket office B. Arrange the service
C. Arrive early D. Check in luggage
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PART 2
Questions 1 - 3

Listen to a conversation between two friends and choose the best answer A, B, C, or D.

1. Who does the man say he celebrates the New Year with?
A. his friends B. his wife C. his family D. his neighbours
2. Where does the man usually celebrate the New Year?
A. a restaurant B. his hometown C. a temple D. his house
3. Which of the following does the man NOT do at New Year?
A. give money to children B. have a large dinner
C. see his relatives D. party with his friends
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PART 2
Questions 4 - 6

Listen to a conversation between two friends and choose the best answer A, B, C, or D.

4. What do the speakers do for a living?


A. They are chefs. B. They are students.
C. They are office workers. D. They are artists.
5. How does the man feel about his boss?
A. He is strict but inspiring. B. He doesn’t take care in his work.
C. He isn’t very good at his job. D. He doesn’t have a good word to say about him.
6. What does the woman say about her job?
A. She isn’t completely happy with it. B. She has worked there for three months.
C. She is looking for a new job. D. She doesn’t like the people she works with.
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PART 1
1. Which day is the carnival taking place this year?
A. June 10th B. June 30th C. July 7th D. July 8th

Man: OK, we have activities for the carnival now but we need to decide on a date.
Woman: We always hold it in July, don’t we? On a Saturday. Last year the Saturday
was the seventh of July. Shall we do that again this year?
Man: I was thinking of moving it to the end of June around the thirtieth. But some of
the acts can’t make that date.
Woman: Let's do it the same time as last year. This year that means Saturday the
eighth of July.
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PART 1
2. Why has the woman decided to leave her job?
A. Illness B. Day-offs C. Training events D. Salary

Man : Your mum was telling me you're starting a new job. Why's that?
Woman : Yes, that's right. I've been with this company now for nearly three years.
Man: So why are you leaving?
Woman: They've always been great, never said ‘no’ if I was ill and needed time off or
if I wanted to attend a training event. I just felt I needed a change. This other
company offered me a higher salary so I decided it would be a good opportunity to
move.
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PART 1
3. What should customers who have a problem with their telephone do?
A. Ask other customers B. Call engineers
C. Check the company’s website D. Email the company

Woman : Thank you for calling lntratek. All our operators are busy. If you are calling
about a poor telephone connection, we are aware of a problem that is affecting
customers in certain areas of the country. We are working with engineers to look into
this matter. Please check our website for the latest updates. If you have a different
enquiry, please email us at info@intratek.com for a quick reply.

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PART 1
4. What does the man say he can’t do?
A. Cut the grass B. Put things into plastic bags
C. Get things to a recycle centre D. Get a means of transport

Woman : So can I book you to come round to tidy our garden?


Man : Yes, that's fine this Friday at 11 .00. Let's hope the weather is fine.
Woman : Great. I'm looking forward to seeing the garden looking nice.
Man : I'll cut the grass and I'll put all the things that can be recycled into green plastic
bags. As I explained earlier, you'll have to find a way of getting these to a recycle
centre yourself as I don’t have my own transport.

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PART 1
5. What is today's special offer?
A. Dresses B. Tea C. Frozen food D. Flowers

Man: Welcome to ABROSE Superstore this morning. Today we have an exciting


selection of new clothing including a new range of women’s dresses in the fashion
section. And if you·re wondering what to cook for tea tonight don’t forget our frozen
food section where you 'll find some of your favourites at half price. And for our
gentlemen visitors today, why not treat someone special to a nice bunch of flowers
from our garden centre?

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PART 1
6. What time does Jamie suggest meeting?
A. 3:00 B. 3:15 C. 4:00 D. 11:00

Man: Emma, it's me, Jamie ... I was wondering what time you'll be free tomorrow
afternoon. I should be able to leave college by 3.00 because my lecture has been
cancelled. Is there any chance we can meet a little earlier than we planned? I can get
the 3.15 train into town and get to you by 4.00 if that's OK. Call me back and let me
know.

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PART 1
7. What should passengers for the 10.15 train do?
A. Reserve seats at the ticket office B. Arrange the service
C. Arrive early D. Check in luggage

Woman: We regret to inform passengers that the 8.15 train to London has been
cancelled. The next London train is at 10.15. Passengers can use their ticket for this
train but should go to the ticket office for seat reservations. If you need an earlier
arrival in London, a coach service has been arranged, leaving at 8.30. Passengers
taking the coach should go to the coach stop now to check in any luggage. The next
train to arrive at Platform 2 is the 8.00 to Watford Junction.

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PART 2
Questions 1 - 3

1. Who does the man say he celebrates the New Year with?
A. his friends B. his wife C. his family D. his neighbours

W: Does your family celebrate New Year’s the same way we do in America?
M: Not really, no. For starters, we don’t celebrate on January first. Chinese New Year is
always held at the end of January or the start of February. We usually go back to our
hometowns and see our parents, grandparents and so on. It’s not like a party with
friends.
PART 2
Questions 1 - 3

2. Where does the man usually celebrate the New Year?


A. a restaurant B. his hometown C. a temple D. his house

W: Does your family celebrate New Year’s the same way we do in America?
M: Not really, no. For starters, we don’t celebrate on January first. Chinese New Year is
always held at the end of January or the start of February. We usually go back to our
hometowns and see our parents, grandparents and so on. It’s not like a party with
friends.
PART 2
Questions 1 - 3

3. Which of the following does the man NOT do at New Year?


A. give money to children B. have a large dinner
C. see his relatives D. party with his friends

W: Does your family celebrate New Year’s the same way we do in America?
M: Not really, no. For starters, we don’t celebrate on January first. Chinese New Year is
always held at the end of January or the start of February. We usually go back to our
hometowns and see our parents, grandparents and so on. It’s not like a party with
friends.
PART 2
Questions 4 - 6

4. What do the speakers do for a living?


A. They are chefs. B. They are students.
C. They are office workers. D. They are artists.

W: So, I hear you’re working at Lorenzo’s. What’s like to work with him? I heard he’s a
real tough boss to work for.
M: Mm... it isn’t easy working for such a perfectionist, but he is so creative, especially
with his deserts. I feel like I’m learning a lot by just watching him. How about you? Are
you still at the “Magic Pan”?
PART 2
Questions 4 - 6

5. How does the man feel about his boss?


A. He is strict but inspiring. B. He doesn’t take care in his work.
C. He isn’t very good at his job. D. He doesn’t have a good word to say about him.

W: So, I hear you’re working at Lorenzo’s. What’s like to work with him? I heard he’s a
real tough boss to work for.
M: Mm... it isn’t easy working for such a perfectionist, but he is so creative, especially
with his deserts. I feel like I’m learning a lot by just watching him. How about you? Are
you still at the “Magic Pan”?
PART 2
Questions 4 - 6

6. What does the woman say about her job?


A. She isn’t completely happy with it. B. She has worked there for three months.
C. She is looking for a new job. D. She doesn’t like the people she works with.

W: Yeah, been there three years now. I like the atmosphere in the kitchen there,
although the food they serve isn’t really the kind I want to be making, and I’m
definitely not learning much. The money could be better too.
M: Well, there may be a vacancy coming up at Lorenzo’s – I can put in a good word for
you if you like.
Reading
Student’s Book (Page 20- 24)
DISCUSSION
Work with a partner. Discuss the question below about your country.

1. What is the best-known national dish? Is it popular outside your country?


2. Is there a difference between the food that people eat in the countryside and in big cities?

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DISCUSSION
Work with a partner. Discuss the question below about your country.

3. Should the governments stop the growth of multinational restaurant chains, to allow local,
traditional restaurants to compete for customers?

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DISCUSSION
Work with a partner. Discuss the question below about your country.

1. The best-known national dish in Vietnam is phở, a flavorful noodle soup enjoyed for breakfast and
throughout the day. It's popular worldwide, especially in countries with large Vietnamese communities
like the US, France, Australia, and Canada.

2. Yes, there can be differences. In rural areas, food is often simpler, using local ingredients and
traditional methods. In big cities, there's more diversity with international cuisines, alongside traditional
Vietnamese dishes like phở and bánh mì.

3. Deciding whether the Vietnamese government should control the expansion of big international
restaurant chains is a debated issue. Doing so might help local businesses and keep traditional food
alive, but it could also limit what people can choose to eat and slow down the economy. The
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UNDERSTANDING KEY VOCABULARY
English words International transcription Word form Vietnamese translation

1.Globalization ˌɡloʊbəlaɪˈzeɪʃən noun toàn cầu hóa

2. Consumption kənˈsʌmpʃən noun tiêu thụ

3. Issue ˈɪʃuː noun vấn đề

4. Take pride in teɪk praɪd ɪn verb tự hào về

5. Pasta ˈpæstə noun mì

6. Pizza ˈpiːtsə noun pizza

7. Sauce sɔːs noun sốt

8. Town square taʊn skwɛər noun quảng trường thị trấn

9. Frozen ˈfroʊzən adjective đông lạnh

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UNDERSTANDING KEY VOCABULARY
English words International transcription Word form Vietnamese translation

11.Mass-produced ˈmæs prəˈduːst noun s/x hàng loạt

12. Ready-made ˈrɛdiˌmeɪd adjective làm sẵn

13. Manufacturer ˌmænjuˈfæktʃərər noun nhà s/x

14. Cuisine kwɪˈziːn noun ẩm thực

15. Urban area ˈɜːrbən ˈɛriə noun khu vực đô thị

16. Range reɪndʒ noun phạm vi

17. Speciality ˈspɛʃəlti noun đặc sản

18. Convenience food kənˈviːniəns noun đồ ăn tiện lợi

19. Home-cooked hoʊm kʊkt adj nấu tại nhà

20. Domestic dəˈmɛstɪk adj trong nước, nội địa


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PREPARING TO READ
01. Read the topic sentences below. Discuss what you think the rest of each paragraph will be about.

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PREPARING TO READ
02. Skim read the essay and check your predictions.

Topic sentence 1: One country whose food has a long history of being “globalized” is Italy.

- Italian restaurants are very popular worldwide.

- Italian eating habits have also changed.

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PREPARING TO READ
02. Skim read the essay and check your predictions.

Topic sentence 2: Food has always been very important for Italian families.

- Until recently, most food was homemade.

- Only local food was available.

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PREPARING TO READ
02. Skim read the essay and check your predictions.

Topic sentence 3: Nowadays, however, Italian eating habits appear to have changed.

- Italians eat more frozen foods, takeaway meals, dried pasta, ready-made pasta sauces.

- They also eat more foreign food.

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PREPARING TO READ
02. Skim read the essay and check your predictions.

Topic sentence 4: These changes have both advantages and disadvantages.

- Advantages: greater range of food available and less time to cook it.

- Disadvantages: Local and national cuisine die out.

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PREPARING TO READ
02. Skim read the essay and check your predictions.

Topic sentence 5: In summary, globalization has had a significant influence on the way that Italians eat.

- There is more choice but it might be damaging traditions.

- However, it is likely that the popularity of Italian food means it will survive.

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READ FOR MAIN IDEAS
03. Do topics (1-7) below refer to the past, the present or both? Tick the correct column.

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03. Do topics (1-7) below refer to the past, the present or both? Tick the correct column.

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READ FOR MAIN IDEAS
03. Do topics (1-7) below refer to the past, the present or both? Tick the correct column.

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READ FOR MAIN IDEAS
03. Do topics (1-7) below refer to the past, the present or both? Tick the correct column.

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READ FOR MAIN IDEAS
03. Do topics (1-7) below refer to the past, the present or both? Tick the correct column.

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READ FOR MAIN IDEAS
04. Complete the sentences below with your own words. Write four to eight words for each sentence.

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READ FOR MAIN IDEAS
04. Complete the sentences below with your own words. Write four to eight words for each sentence.

all over the world

much more at home

convenience foods and foreign foods

is eaten less regularly

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IDENTIFYING PURPOSE AND AUDIENCE
05. Work with a partner. Discuss the questions below.

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IDENTIFYING PURPOSE AND AUDIENCE
05. Work with a partner. Discuss the questions below.

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UNDERSTANDING KEY VOCABULARY
English words International transcription Word form Vietnamese translation

1. Go on ɡoʊ ɒn verb tiếp tục

2. Go up ɡoʊ ʌp verb tăng lên

3. Turn down tɜrn daʊn verb từ chối

4. Look into lʊk ˈɪntuː verb xem xét

5. Use up juz ʌp verb sử dụng hết

6. Mix up mɪks ʌp verb làm lẫn lộn

7. Leave out liv aʊt verb bỏ qua,loại bỏ

8. Take away teɪk əˈweɪ verb mang đi

9. Move apart muv əˈpɑrt verb tách ra

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UNDERSTANDING KEY VOCABULARY
English words International transcription Word form Vietnamese translation

Confuse kənˈfjuːz verb gây nhầm lẫn

Remove rɪˈmuːv verb loại bỏ

Separate ˈsɛpəreɪt verb phân tách

Refuse rɪˈfjuːz verb từ chối

Exclude ɪkˈskluːd verb loại trừ

Exhaust ɪɡˈzɔst verb kiệt sức

Migrant ˈmaɪɡrənt noun di dân

Qualification ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən noun bằng cấp, phẩm chất

Natural resource ˈnætʃərəl rɪˈsɔrs noun tài nguyên tự nhiên

Trade barrier treɪd ˈbæriər noun rào cản thương mại


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LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT
01. Match phrasal verbs (1-9) to academic verbs (a-i).

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LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT
01. Match phrasal verbs (1-9) to academic verbs (a-i).

b
a
g
c
i
d
h
e
f

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02. Replace the phrasal verbs in bold with the correct form of academic verbs (a-i).

remove exclude study exhaust continue refuse separate increase confuse

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02. Replace the phrasal verbs in bold with the correct form of academic verbs (a-i).

remove exclude study exhaust continue refuse separate increase confuse

increase
continue
studying
refusing
excluded
refused

exhausted

separate

removed
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UNDERSTANDING KEY VOCABULARY
English words International transcription Word form Vietnamese translation

1. Obesity oʊˈbisəti noun béo phì

2. Diet ˈdaɪət noun chế độ ăn uống

3. Monopoly məˈnɒpəli noun độc quyền

4. Outlet ˈaʊtlet noun cửa hàng

5. Consumption kənˈsʌmpʃən noun tiêu thụ

6. Poverty ˈpɒvəti noun nghèo đói

7. Multinational ˌmʌltiˈnæʃənl adjective đa quốc gia

8. Addict to əˈdɪkt tuː verb nghiện

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UNDERSTANDING KEY VOCABULARY
English words International transcription Word form Vietnamese translation

11. Fatty ˈfæti adj béo

12. Appeal to əˈpiːl tuː verb hấp dẫn đối với

13. Large scale lɑrdʒ skeɪl noun quy mô lớn

14. Fishery ˈfɪʃəri noun ngành đánh bắt cá

15. Affordable əˈfɔːrdəbl adj giá phải chăng

16. Protein-rich food ˈproʊtiːn-rɪʧ fuːd noun thức ăn giàu đạm

17. On a regular basis ˈrɛɡjələr ˈbeɪsɪs collocation thường xuyên

18. Reasonable ˈriːzənəbl adj hợp lý

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GLOBALIZATION VOCABULARY
03. Complete the text about globalization with words from the box.

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GLOBALIZATION VOCABULARY
03. Complete the text about globalization with words from the box.

multinational outlets
obesity

monopoly
poverty
diet
farms

supermarkets
consumption
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Reading
Reading Handout 1
PASSAGE 1
Are organically grown foods the best choices? The advantages claimed for such foods over
conventionally grown and marketed food products are now being debated. Advocates of organic foods – a
term whose meaning varies greatly – frequently proclaim that such products are safer and more nutritious
than others.
The growing interest of consumers in the safety and more nutritional quality of the typical North
American diet is a welcome development. However, much of this interest has been sparked by sweeping
claims that the food supply is unsafe or inadequate in meeting nutritional needs. Although most of these
claims are not supported by scientific evidence, th preponderance of written material advancing such calims
makes it difficult for the general public to separate fact from fiction. As a result, calims that eating a diet
consisting entirely of organically grown foods prevents or cures disease or provides other benefits to health
have become widely publicized and form the basis for folklore.
Almost daily the public is besieged by claims for “no-aging” diets, new vitamins, and other wonder
foods. There are numerous unsubstantiated reports that natural vitamins are superior to synthetic ones,
that fertilized eggs are nutritionally superior to unfertilized eggs, that untreated grains are better than
fumigated grains and the like.
One thing that most organically grown food products seem to have in common is that they cost more
than conventionally grown foods. But in many cases customers are misled if they believe organic foods can
maintain health and provide better nutritional quality than conventionally grown foods. So there is real
cause for concern if customers, particularly those with limited incomes, distrust the regular food and buy
only expensive organic foods instead.
PASSAGE 1
1. The word “Advocates” is closest in meaning to which of the following?
A. Merchants
B. Consumers
C. Inspectors
D. Proponents
2. The word “others” refers to _____
A. advocates
B. organic foods
C. products
D. advantages
3. The “welcome development” is an increase in _____
A. the amount of healthy food grownin North America.
B. interest in food safety and nutritional quality of the typical North American diet
C. the nutritional quality of the typical North American diet
D. the number of consumers in North America
PASSAGE 1
4. According to the first paragraph, which of the following is true about the term “organic foods”?
A. It is seldom used by consumers.
B. It has no fixed meaning.
C. It has been used only in recent years.
D. It is accepted by most nutritionists.
5. The word “unsubstantiated” is closest in meaning to _____
A. uncontested
B. unpopular
C. unverified
D. unbelievable
6. The word “maintain” is closest in meaning to _____
A. improve
B. restore
C. monitor
D. preserve
PASSAGE 1
7. Who does the author think should NOT buy organic foods?
A. Advocated of organic food
B. Wealthy people
C. Concerned consumers
D. Low income consumers

8. The author implies that there is cause for concern if consumers with limited incomes buy organic
foods instead of conventionally grown foods because _____
A. too many farmers will stop using conventional methods to grow food crops.
B. organic foods can be more expensive but are often no better than conventionally grown foods
C. conventionally grown foods are more readily available than organic foods.
D. many organic foods are actually less nutritious than similar conventionally grown foods.
PASSAGE 1
9. According to the last paragraph, consumers who believe that organic foods are better than
conventionally grown foods are often _____
A. wealthy
B. mistaken
C. careless
D. thrifty

10. What is the author’s attitude toward the claims made by advocates of health foods?
A. Neutral
B. Skeptical
C. Very enthusiastic
D. Somewhat favorable
PASSAGE 1
1. The word “Advocates” is closest in meaning to which of the following?
A. Merchants B. Consumers C. Inspectors D. Proponents

Are organically grown foods the best choices? The advantages claimed for such foods over
conventionally grown and marketed food products are now being debated. Advocates of organic foods – a
term whose meaning varies greatly – frequently proclaim that such products are safer and more nutritious
than others.
The growing interest of consumers in the safety and more nutritional quality of the typical North
American diet is a welcome development. However, much of this interest has been sparked by sweeping
claims that the food supply is unsafe or inadequate in meeting nutritional needs. Although most of these
claims are not supported by scientific evidence, th preponderance of written material advancing such
calims makes it difficult for the general public to separate fact from fiction. As a result, calims that eating a
diet consisting entirely of organically grown foods prevents or cures disease or provides other benefits to
health have become widely publicized and form the basis for folklore.
PASSAGE 1
2. The word “others” refers to _____
A. Advocates B. organic foods C. products D. advantages

Are organically grown foods the best choices? The advantages claimed for such foods over
conventionally grown and marketed food products are now being debated. Advocates of organic foods – a
term whose meaning varies greatly – frequently proclaim that such products are safer and more nutritious
than others.
The growing interest of consumers in the safety and more nutritional quality of the typical North
American diet is a welcome development. However, much of this interest has been sparked by sweeping
claims that the food supply is unsafe or inadequate in meeting nutritional needs. Although most of these
claims are not supported by scientific evidence, th preponderance of written material advancing such
calims makes it difficult for the general public to separate fact from fiction. As a result, calims that eating a
diet consisting entirely of organically grown foods prevents or cures disease or provides other benefits to
health have become widely publicized and form the basis for folklore.
3. The “welcome development” is an increase in _____
A. the amount of healthy food grown in North America.
B. interest in food safety and nutritional quality of the typical North American diet
C. the nutritional quality of the typical North American diet
D. the number of consumers in North America
Are organically grown foods the best choices? The advantages claimed for such foods over
conventionally grown and marketed food products are now being debated. Advocates of organic foods – a
term whose meaning varies greatly – frequently proclaim that such products are safer and more nutritious
than others.
The growing interest of consumers in the safety and more nutritional quality of the typical North
American diet is a welcome development. However, much of this interest has been sparked by sweeping
claims that the food supply is unsafe or inadequate in meeting nutritional needs. Although most of these
claims are not supported by scientific evidence, th preponderance of written material advancing such
calims makes it difficult for the general public to separate fact from fiction. As a result, calims that eating a
diet consisting entirely of organically grown foods prevents or cures disease or provides other benefits to
health have become widely publicized and form the basis for folklore.
PASSAGE 1
4. According to the first paragraph, which of the following is true about the term “organic foods”?
A. It is seldom used by consumers. B. It has no fixed meaning.
C. It has been used only in recent years. D. It is accepted by most nutritionists.

Are organically grown foods the best choices? The advantages claimed for such foods over
conventionally grown and marketed food products are now being debated. Advocates of organic foods – a
term whose meaning varies greatly – frequently proclaim that such products are safer and more nutritious
than others.
The growing interest of consumers in the safety and more nutritional quality of the typical North
American diet is a welcome development. However, much of this interest has been sparked by sweeping
claims that the food supply is unsafe or inadequate in meeting nutritional needs. Although most of these
claims are not supported by scientific evidence, th preponderance of written material advancing such
calims makes it difficult for the general public to separate fact from fiction. As a result, calims that eating a
diet consisting entirely of organically grown foods prevents or cures disease or provides other benefits to
health have become widely publicized and form the basis for folklore.
PASSAGE 1
5. The word “unsubstantiated” is closest in meaning to _____
A. uncontested B. unpopular C. unverified D. unbelievable

The growing interest of consumers in the safety and more nutritional quality of the typical North
American diet is a welcome development. However, much of this interest has been sparked by sweeping
claims that the food supply is unsafe or inadequate in meeting nutritional needs. Although most of these
claims are not supported by scientific evidence, th preponderance of written material advancing such
calims makes it difficult for the general public to separate fact from fiction. As a result, claims that eating a
diet consisting entirely of organically grown foods prevents or cures disease or provides other benefits to
health have become widely publicized and form the basis for folklore.
Almost daily the public is besieged by claims for “no-aging” diets, new vitamins, and other wonder
foods. There are numerous unsubstantiated reports that natural vitamins are superior to synthetic ones,
that fertilized eggs are nutritionally superior to unfertilized eggs, that untreated grains are better than
fumigated grains and the like.
PASSAGE 1
6. The word “maintain” is closest in meaning to _____
A. improve B. restore C. monitor D. preserve

Almost daily the public is besieged by claims for “no-aging” diets, new vitamins, and other wonder
foods. There are numerous unsubstantiated reports that natural vitamins are superior to synthetic ones,
that fertilized eggs are nutritionally superior to unfertilized eggs, that untreated grains are better than
fumigated grains and the like.
One thing that most organically grown food products seem to have in common is that they cost
more than conventionally grown foods. But in many cases customers are misled if they believe organic
foods can maintain health and provide better nutritional quality than conventionally grown foods. So there
is real cause for concern if customers, particularly those with limited incomes, distrust the regular food
and buy only expensive organic foods instead.
PASSAGE 1
7. Who does the author think should NOT buy organic foods?
A. Advocated of organic food B. Wealthy people
C. Concerned consumers D. Low income consumers

Almost daily the public is besieged by claims for “no-aging” diets, new vitamins, and other wonder
foods. There are numerous unsubstantiated reports that natural vitamins are superior to synthetic ones,
that fertilized eggs are nutritionally superior to unfertilized eggs, that untreated grains are better than
fumigated grains and the like.
One thing that most organically grown food products seem to have in common is that they cost
more than conventionally grown foods. But in many cases customers are misled if they believe organic
foods can maintain health and provide better nutritional quality than conventionally grown foods. So there
is real cause for concern if customers, particularly those with limited incomes, distrust the regular food
and buy only expensive organic foods instead.
8. The author implies that there is cause for concern if consumers with limited incomes buy organic
foods instead of conventionally grown foods because _____
A. too many farmers will stop using conventional methods to grow food crops.
B. organic foods can be more expensive but are often no better than conventionally grown foods
C. conventionally grown foods are more readily available than organic foods.
D. many organic foods are actually less nutritious than similar conventionally grown foods.

Almost daily the public is besieged by claims for “no-aging” diets, new vitamins, and other wonder
foods. There are numerous unsubstantiated reports that natural vitamins are superior to synthetic ones,
that fertilized eggs are nutritionally superior to unfertilized eggs, that untreated grains are better than
fumigated grains and the like.
One thing that most organically grown food products seem to have in common is that they cost
more than conventionally grown foods. But in many cases customers are misled if they believe organic
foods can maintain health and provide better nutritional quality than conventionally grown foods. So there
is real cause for concern if customers, particularly those with limited incomes, distrust the regular food
and buy only expensive organic foods instead.
PASSAGE 1
9. According to the last paragraph, consumers who believe that organic foods are better than
conventionally grown foods are often _____
A. wealthy B. mistaken C. careless D. thrifty

Almost daily the public is besieged by claims for “no-aging” diets, new vitamins, and other wonder
foods. There are numerous unsubstantiated reports that natural vitamins are superior to synthetic ones,
that fertilized eggs are nutritionally superior to unfertilized eggs, that untreated grains are better than
fumigated grains and the like.
One thing that most organically grown food products seem to have in common is that they cost
more than conventionally grown foods. But in many cases customers are misled if they believe organic
foods can maintain health and provide better nutritional quality than conventionally grown foods. So there
is real cause for concern if customers, particularly those with limited incomes, distrust the regular food
and buy only expensive organic foods instead.
PASSAGE 1
10. What is the author’s attitude toward the claims made by advocates of health foods?
A. Neutral B. Skeptical C. Very enthusiastic D. Somewhat favorable

Almost daily the public is besieged by claims for “no-aging” diets, new vitamins, and other wonder
foods. There are numerous unsubstantiated reports that natural vitamins are superior to synthetic ones,
that fertilized eggs are nutritionally superior to unfertilized eggs, that untreated grains are better than
fumigated grains and the like.
One thing that most organically grown food products seem to have in common is that they cost
more than conventionally grown foods. But in many cases customers are misled if they believe organic
foods can maintain health and provide better nutritional quality than conventionally grown foods. So there
is real cause for concern if customers, particularly those with limited incomes, distrust the regular food
and buy only expensive organic foods instead.
PASSAGE 2
Before the mid-nineteenth century, people in the United States ate most foods in season. Drying,
smoking, and salting could preserve meat for a very short time, but the availability of fresh meat, like that of
fresh milk, was very limited; there was no way to prevent spoilage. But in 1810 a French inventor named Nicolas
Appert developed the cooking-and-sealing process of canning. And in the 1950’s an American named Gail
Borden developed a means of condensing and preserving milk. Canned goods and condensed milk became
more common during the 1860’s but supplies remained low because cans had to be made by hand. By 1880,
however, inventors had fashioned stamping and soldering machines that mass produced cans from tinplate.
Suddenly all kinds of food could be preserved and bought at all times of the year.
Other trends and inventions had also helped make it possible for Americans to vary their daily diets.
Growing urban populations created demand that encouraged fruit and vegetable farmers to raise more
produce. Railroad refrigerator cars enabled growers and meat packers to ship perishables great distances and to
preserve them for longer periods. Thus, by the 1890’s, northern city dwellers could enjoy southern and western
strawberries, grapes, and tomatoes, previously available for a month at most, for up to six months of the year.
In addition, increased use of ice boxes enabled families to store perishables. An easy means of producing ice
commercially had been invented in the 1870’s, and by 1900 the nation had more than two thousand
commercial ice plants, most of which made home deliveries. The icebox became a fixture in most homes and
remained so until the mechanized refrigerator replaced it in the 1920’s and 1930’s.
Almost everyone now had a more diversified diet. Some people continued to eat mainly foods that were
heavy in starches or carbohydrates, and not everyone could afford meat. Nevertheless, many families could
take advantages of previously unavailable fruits, vegetables, and dairy products to achieve more varied fare.
PASSAGE 1
11. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. Population movements in the nineteenth century
B. Inventions that led to changes in the American diet
C. Causes of food spoilage
D. Commercial production of ice
12. The phrase “in season” refers to _____
A. A kind of weather
B. A particular time of year
C. An official schedule
D. A method of flavoring food
13. The word “prevent” is closest in meaning to _____
A. Correct
B. Avoid
C. Estimate
D. Confine
PASSAGE 1
14. During the 1860’s, canned food products were _____
A. A staple part of the American diet
B. Available in limited quantities
C. Shipped in refrigerator cars
D. Unavailable in rural areas
15. It can be infered that railroad refrigerator cars came into use _____.
A. After 1920
B. Before 1860
C. Before 1890
D. After 1900
16. The word “them” refers to _____.
A. Refrigerator cars
B. Growers
C. Perishables
D. Distances
PASSAGE 1
17. The word “fixture” is closest in meaning to _____.
A. Mechanical device
B. Commonplace object
C. Luxury item
D. Substance
18. The author implies that in the 1920’s and 1930’s home deliveries of ice _____
A. Decreased in number
B. Occurred only in the summer
C. Increased in cost
D. Were on an irregular schedule
19. Which of the following types of food preservation was NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Drying
B. Canning
C. Cold storage
D. Chemical additives
PASSAGE 1
20. Which of the following statements is supported by the passage?
A. People who lived in cities demanded home delivery of foods.
B. Most farmers in the United States raised only fruits and vegetables.
C. Tin cans and iceboxes helped to make many foods more widely available.
D. Commercial ice factories were developed by railroad owners.
PASSAGE 2
11. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. Population movements in the nineteenth century
B. Inventions that led to changes in the American diet
C. Causes of food spoilage
D. Commercial production of ice

Before the mid-nineteenth century, people in the United States ate most foods in season. Drying,
smoking, and salting could preserve meat for a very short time, but the availability of fresh meat, like that
of fresh milk, was very limited; there was no way to prevent spoilage. But in 1810 a French inventor named
Nicolas Appert developed the cooking-and-sealing process of canning. And in the 1950’s an American
named Gail Borden developed a means of condensing and preserving milk. Canned goods and condensed
milk became more common during the 1860’s but supplies remained low because cans had to be made by
hand. By 1880, however, inventors had fashioned stamping and soldering machines that mass produced
cans from tinplate. Suddenly all kinds of food could be preserved and bought at all times of the year.
PASSAGE 2
12. The phrase “in season” refers to _____
A. A kind of weather B. A particular time of year
C. An official schedule D. A method of flavoring food

Before the mid-nineteenth century, people in the United States ate most foods in season. Drying,
smoking, and salting could preserve meat for a very short time, but the availability of fresh meat, like that
of fresh milk, was very limited; there was no way to prevent spoilage. But in 1810 a French inventor named
Nicolas Appert developed the cooking-and-sealing process of canning. And in the 1950’s an
American named Gail Borden developed a means of condensing and preserving milk. Canned goods
and condensed milk became more common during the 1860’s but supplies remained low because cans
had to be made by hand. By 1880, however, inventors had fashioned stamping and soldering machines
that mass produced cans from tinplate. Suddenly all kinds of food could be preserved and bought at all
times of the year.
PASSAGE 2
13. The word “prevent” is closest in meaning to _____
A. Correct B. Avoid C. Estimate D. Confine

Before the mid-nineteenth century, people in the United States ate most foods in season. Drying,
smoking, and salting could preserve meat for a very short time, but the availability of fresh meat, like that
of fresh milk, was very limited; there was no way to prevent spoilage. But in 1810 a French inventor named
Nicolas Appert developed the cooking-and-sealing process of canning. And in the 1950’s an
American named Gail Borden developed a means of condensing and preserving milk. Canned goods
and condensed milk became more common during the 1860’s but supplies remained low because cans
had to be made by hand. By 1880, however, inventors had fashioned stamping and soldering machines
that mass produced cans from tinplate. Suddenly all kinds of food could be preserved and bought at all
times of the year.
PASSAGE 2
14. During the 1860’s, canned food products were _____
A. A staple part of the American diet B. Available in limited quantities
C. Shipped in refrigerator cars D. Unavailable in rural areas

Before the mid-nineteenth century, people in the United States ate most foods in season. Drying,
smoking, and salting could preserve meat for a very short time, but the availability of fresh meat, like that
of fresh milk, was very limited; there was no way to prevent spoilage. But in 1810 a French inventor named
Nicolas Appert developed the cooking-and-sealing process of canning. And in the 1950’s an
American named Gail Borden developed a means of condensing and preserving milk. Canned goods
and condensed milk became more common during the 1860’s but supplies remained low because cans
had to be made by hand. By 1880, however, inventors had fashioned stamping and soldering machines
that mass produced cans from tinplate. Suddenly all kinds of food could be preserved and bought at all
times of the year.
PASSAGE 2
15. It can be inferred that railroad refrigerator cars came into use _____.
A. After 1920 B. Before 1860 C. Before 1890 D. After 1900

Other trends and inventions had also helped make it possible for Americans to vary their daily diets.
Growing urban populations created demand that encouraged fruit and vegetable farmers to raise more
produce. Railroad refrigerator cars enabled growers and meat packers to ship perishables great distances
and to preserve them for longer periods. Thus, by the 1890’s, northern city dwellers could enjoy southern
and western strawberries, grapes, and tomatoes, previously available for a month at most, for up to six
months of the year. In addition, increased use of ice boxes enabled families to store perishables. An easy
means of producing ice commercially had been invented in the 1870’s, and by 1900 the nation had more
than two thousand commercial ice plants, most of which made home deliveries. The icebox became a
fixture in most homes and remained so until the mechanized refrigerator replaced it in the 1920’s and
1930’s.
PASSAGE 2
16. The word “them” refers to _____.
A. Refrigerator cars B. Growers C. Perishables D. Distances

Other trends and inventions had also helped make it possible for Americans to vary their daily diets.
Growing urban populations created demand that encouraged fruit and vegetable farmers to raise more
produce. Railroad refrigerator cars enabled growers and meat packers to ship perishables great distances
and to preserve them for longer periods. Thus, by the 1890’s, northern city dwellers could enjoy southern
and western strawberries, grapes, and tomatoes, previously available for a month at most, for up to six
months of the year. In addition, increased use of ice boxes enabled families to store perishables. An easy
means of producing ice commercially had been invented in the 1870’s, and by 1900 the nation had more
than two thousand commercial ice plants, most of which made home deliveries. The icebox became a
fixture in most homes and remained so until the mechanized refrigerator replaced it in the 1920’s and
1930’s.
PASSAGE 2
17. The word “fixture” is closest in meaning to _____.
A. Mechanical device B. Commonplace object C. Luxury item D. Substance

Other trends and inventions had also helped make it possible for Americans to vary their daily diets.
Growing urban populations created demand that encouraged fruit and vegetable farmers to raise more
produce. Railroad refrigerator cars enabled growers and meat packers to ship perishables great distances
and to preserve them for longer periods. Thus, by the 1890’s, northern city dwellers could enjoy southern
and western strawberries, grapes, and tomatoes, previously available for a month at most, for up to six
months of the year. In addition, increased use of ice boxes enabled families to store perishables. An easy
means of producing ice commercially had been invented in the 1870’s, and by 1900 the nation had more
than two thousand commercial ice plants, most of which made home deliveries. The icebox became a
fixture in most homes and remained so until the mechanized refrigerator replaced it in the 1920’s and
1930’s.
PASSAGE 2
18. The author implies that in the 1920’s and 1930’s home deliveries of ice _____
A. Decreased in number B. Occurred only in the summer
C. Increased in cost D. Were on an irregular schedule

Other trends and inventions had also helped make it possible for Americans to vary their daily diets.
Growing urban populations created demand that encouraged fruit and vegetable farmers to raise more
produce. Railroad refrigerator cars enabled growers and meat packers to ship perishables great distances
and to preserve them for longer periods. Thus, by the 1890’s, northern city dwellers could enjoy southern
and western strawberries, grapes, and tomatoes, previously available for a month at most, for up to six
months of the year. In addition, increased use of ice boxes enabled families to store perishables. An easy
means of producing ice commercially had been invented in the 1870’s, and by 1900 the nation had more
than two thousand commercial ice plants, most of which made home deliveries. The icebox became a
fixture in most homes and remained so until the mechanized refrigerator replaced it in the 1920’s and
1930’s.
PASSAGE 2
19. Which of the following types of food preservation was NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Drying B. Canning C. Cold storage D. Chemical additives

Before the mid-nineteenth century, people in the United States ate most foods in season. Drying,
smoking, and salting could preserve meat for a very short time, but the availability of fresh meat, like that
of fresh milk, was very limited; there was no way to prevent spoilage. But in 1810 a French inventor named
Nicolas Appert developed the cooking-and-sealing process of canning. And in the 1950’s an American
named Gail Borden developed a means of condensing and preserving milk.
Other trends and inventions had also helped make it possible for Americans to vary their daily
diets. Growing urban populations created demand that encouraged fruit and vegetable farmers to raise
more produce. Railroad refrigerator cars enabled growers and meat packers to ship perishables great
distances and to preserve them for longer periods. Thus, by the 1890’s, northern city dwellers could enjoy
southern and western strawberries, grapes, and tomatoes, previously available for a month at most, for up
to six months of the year. In addition, increased use of ice boxes enabled families to store perishables. An
easy means of producing ice commercially had been invented in the 1870’s, and by 1900 the nation had
more than two thousand commercial ice plants, most of which made home deliveries. The icebox became
a fixture in most homes and remained so until the mechanized refrigerator replaced it in the 1920’s and
1930’s.
PASSAGE 2
20. Which of the following statements is supported by the passage?
A. People who lived in cities demanded home delivery of foods.
B. Most farmers in the United States raised only fruits and vegetables.
C. Tin cans and ice boxes helped to make many foods more widely available.
D. Commercial ice factories were developed by railroad owners.

Other trends and inventions had also helped make it possible for Americans to vary their daily diets.
Growing urban populations created demand that encouraged fruit and vegetable farmers to raise more
produce. Railroad refrigerator cars enabled growers and meat packers to ship perishables great distances
and to preserve them for longer periods. Thus, by the 1890’s, northern city dwellers could enjoy southern
and western strawberries, grapes, and tomatoes, previously available for a month at most, for up to six
months of the year. In addition, increased use of ice boxes enabled families to store perishables. An easy
means of producing ice commercially had been invented in the 1870’s, and by 1900 the nation had more
than two thousand commercial ice plants, most of which made home deliveries. The icebox became a
fixture in most homes and remained so until the mechanized refrigerator replaced it in the 1920’s and
1930’s.
Writing
Writing Handout 1
B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
01. Match the type of essay with what you are asked to do.

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B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
01. Match the type of essay with what you are asked to do.

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B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
02. Match each of the following tasks with one type of essay. Underline key words that help you.

1. _____ An increasing number of people are now using the internet to meet new people and socialize.
Some people think this has brought people closer together while others think people are becoming more
isolated. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
2. _____ Some believe technology has made our lives too complex and the solution is to lead a simpler life
without technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
3. _____ More and more children are accessing the Internet unsupervised. What problems can this
cause? How can these problems be solved?
4. _____ Some people think that the modern communication technology has a negative impact on social
relationships. Do you agree or disagree?
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B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
02. Match each of the following tasks with one type of essay. Underline key words that help you.

1. _____ An increasing number of people are now using the internet to meet new people and socialize.
Some people think this has brought people closer together while others think people are becoming more
isolated. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
2. _____ Some believe technology has made our lives too complex and the solution is to lead a simpler life
without technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
3. _____ More and more children are accessing the Internet unsupervised. What problems can this
cause? How can these problems be solved?
4. _____ Some people think that the modern communication technology has a negative impact on social
relationships. Do you agree or disagree?
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B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
02. Match each of the following tasks with one type of essay. Underline key words that help you.

5. _____ New technologies have changed the way children spend their free time. Do you think the
advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
6. _____ In the modern world, mobile and smartphone use has become universal in most parts of the
world. What are the advantages and disadvantages?
7. _____ The internet has transformed the way information is shared and consumed, but it has also
created problems that did not exist before. What are the most serious problems associated with the
internet and what solutions can you suggest?
8. _____ Nowadays many people have access to computers on a wide basis and a large number of
children play computer games. What are the negative impacts of computer games and what can be done
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to minimize the bad effects?
B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
02. Match each of the following tasks with one type of essay. Underline key words that help you.

5. _____ New technologies have changed the way children spend their free time. Do you think the
advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
6. _____ In the modern world, mobile and smartphone use has become universal in most parts of the
world. What are the advantages and disadvantages?
7. _____ The internet has transformed the way information is shared and consumed, but it has also
created problems that did not exist before. What are the most serious problems associated with the
internet and what solutions can you suggest?
8. _____ Nowadays many people have access to computers on a wide basis and a large number of
children play computer games. What are the negative impacts of computer games and what can be done
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to minimize the bad effects?
B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
03. Match each of the following tasks with one type of essay. Underline key words that help you.

9. _____ The use of social media is replacing face-to-face interaction among many people in society. What
are the advantages and disadvantages?
10. _____ Modern technology now allows rapid and uncontrolled access to and exchange of information.
Far from being beneficial, this is a danger to our societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
11. _____ It is observed that in many countries not enough students are choosing to study science as a
subject. What are the causes? And what will the effects on society be?
12. _____ Nowadays people live longer after they retire. How does this affect individuals and society?
What can be done about this?
13. _____ In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough.
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B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
03. Match each of the following tasks with one type of essay. Underline key words that help you.

9. _____ The use of social media is replacing face-to-face interaction among many people in society. What
are the advantages and disadvantages?
10. _____ Modern technology now allows rapid and uncontrolled access to and exchange of information.
Far from being beneficial, this is a danger to our societies. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
11. _____ It is observed that in many countries not enough students are choosing to study science as a
subject. What are the causes? And what will the effects on society be?
12. _____ Nowadays people live longer after they retire. How does this affect individuals and society?
What can be done about this?
13. _____ In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough.
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B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
03. Match each of the following tasks with one type of essay. Underline key words that help you.

14. _____ Some people say that all popular TV entertainment programmes should aim to educate viewers
about important social issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
15. _____ It is suggested that all the young adults should undertake a period of unpaid work helping
people in the community. Does it bring more benefits or drawbacks to the community and the young
people?
16. _____ Each country censors the media in one way or the other. What are the pros and cons of
censorship in the media?
17. _____ Despite huge improvements in healthcare, the overall standard of physical health in many
developed countries is now falling. What could be the reason for this trend, and what can be done to
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reverse it?
B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
03. Match each of the following tasks with one type of essay. Underline key words that help you.

14. _____ Some people say that all popular TV entertainment programmes should aim to educate viewers
about important social issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
15. _____ It is suggested that all the young adults should undertake a period of unpaid work helping
people in the community. Does it bring more benefits or drawbacks to the community and the young
people?
16. _____ Each country censors the media in one way or the other. What are the pros and cons of
censorship in the media?
17. _____ Despite huge improvements in healthcare, the overall standard of physical health in many
developed countries is now falling. What could be the reason for this trend, and what can be done to
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reverse it?
B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
03. Match each of the following tasks with one type of essay. Underline key words that help you.

18._____ Some universities offer online courses as an alternative to classes delivered on campus. Do you
think this is a positive or negative development?
19. _____ Students perform better in school when they are rewarded rather than punished. To what
extent do you agree or disagree? Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
20. _____ Instead of watching educational programs, news or documentary films, more and more people
prefer to watch TV shows, soap operas or serials. And this negatively affects knowledge acquisition skills.
What are the primary causes of this tendency? How is it possible to make educational TV programs more
popular?

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B2 WRITING - TYPES OF ESSAYS
03. Match each of the following tasks with one type of essay. Underline key words that help you.

18._____ Some universities offer online courses as an alternative to classes delivered on campus. Do you
think this is a positive or negative development?
19. _____ Students perform better in school when they are rewarded rather than punished. To what
extent do you agree or disagree? Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
20. _____ Instead of watching educational programs, news or documentary films, more and more people
prefer to watch TV shows, soap operas or serials. And this negatively affects knowledge acquisition skills.
What are the primary causes of this tendency? How is it possible to make educational TV programs more
popular?

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ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES ESSAYS
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task
Read the following text from a book about globalization.

Globalization has become a ubiquitous force shaping economies, cultures, and societies worldwide. It
brings forth a myriad of advantages and disadvantages, influencing local communities in diverse ways.

Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss the impacts of globalization on local communities,
considering its effects on culture, economy, and social equality. Include reasons and any relevant examples
to support your answer.

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DETAILED OUTLINE
I. Introduction
- Definition of globalization
- Statement of the topic: examining the effects of globalization on local communities
- Thesis statement: Globalization impacts local communities in various ways, including cultural, economic,
and social dimensions.
II. Development
A. Positive Effects of Globalization on Local Communities
1. Access to foreign culture
- Examples: food, movies, music, art
2. Rapid dissemination of knowledge and technological advances
- Connectivity and information sharing
- Examples of technological advancements benefiting local communities
3. Economic opportunities
- Lower-cost production methods for companies
- Access to high-quality but affordable products for consumers
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DETAILED OUTLINE
B. Negative Effects of Globalization on Local Communities
1. Loss of cultural identity
- Cultural homogenization
- Examples of cultural practices being overshadowed
2. Social inequality
- Exploitation of foreign workers
- Widening wealth gap
3. Environmental degradation
- Impact of industrialization on the environment
- Examples of environmental harm caused by globalization
III. Conclusion
- Recap of the main points
- Restatement of thesis: Globalization presents a complex interplay of advantages and disadvantages for
local communities.
- Call for action: Addressing the challenges posed by globalization to create a more inclusive, sustainable,
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and equitable global society.
SAMPLE ESSAY
Globalization, defined as the increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of countries and
communities worldwide, has become a defining feature of the modern era. This essay aims to explore the
multifaceted effects of globalization on local communities, encompassing cultural, economic, and social
dimensions.
The positive impacts of globalization on local communities are evident in various aspects. Firstly, it facilitates
access to foreign cultures, enriching local communities with diverse experiences in food, movies, music, and
art. For instance, sushi restaurants in small towns and the popularity of Bollywood films globally exemplify
how globalization broadens cultural horizons. Secondly, globalization accelerates the dissemination of
knowledge and technological advances, fostering connectivity and information sharing among communities.
This enables local communities to benefit from innovations such as telemedicine or renewable energy
technologies, improving their quality of life and well-being. Economically, globalization presents opportunities
for local communities through lower-cost production methods for companies and increased access to high-
quality yet affordable products for consumers. This can stimulate economic growth and development within
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communities, creating job opportunities and enhancing living standards.
SAMPLE ESSAY
However, globalization also poses challenges for local communities. One significant concern is the loss of
cultural identity due to cultural homogenization, where traditional practices and languages are overshadowed
by global influences. Moreover, globalization exacerbates social inequalities, with marginalized groups
experiencing exploitation and widening wealth gaps within communities. Furthermore, the rapid
industrialization driven by globalization contributes to environmental degradation, posing risks to the well-
being of local communities and ecosystems.

In conclusion, globalization presents a complex interplay of advantages and disadvantages for local
communities. While it fosters cultural exchange, economic growth, and technological progress, it also brings
about challenges such as cultural homogenization, social inequality, and environmental degradation. It is
imperative for policymakers, businesses, and civil society to address these challenges and strive for a more
inclusive, sustainable, and equitable global society.

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Speaking
Speaking Handout 1
SPEAKING TASK
PART 1

Let’s talk about festivals


1. What is your favorite festival?
2. What are the most popular Vietnamese festivals?
3. Do you like western festivals?

Let’s talk about wedding


1. What presents are suitable for a wedding in your country?
2. Do you think money spent on a wedding is wasted?
3. What is your idea of an ideal wedding party?

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SAMPLE ANSWERS
1. What is your favorite festival?
My favorite festival is Tet Nguyen Dan, or the Lunar New Year. It's a time when families come together to
celebrate and honor their ancestors, enjoy delicious food, and exchange good wishes for the upcoming
year. I love the festive atmosphere, the vibrant decorations, and the sense of togetherness it brings. It's a
special time for reconnecting with loved ones and starting fresh for the new year ahead.

2. What are the most popular Vietnamese festivals?


The most popular Vietnamese festivals include Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year), Tet Trung Thu (Mid-
Autumn Festival), and Tet Doan Ngo (Dragon Boat Festival). These festivals are cherished for their
cultural significance, family gatherings, and traditional rituals. My favorite festival is Tet Nguyen Dan
because of its festive atmosphere, delicious food, and the opportunity to spend quality time with family
and friends, welcoming the new year with hope and joy.

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SAMPLE ANSWERS
3. Do you like western festivals?
Yes, I enjoy western festivals like Christmas and Thanksgiving for their cultural richness and festive spirit.
These festivals bring people together to celebrate and create joyful memories. I appreciate the traditions,
such as decorating Christmas trees or sharing a Thanksgiving meal with loved ones, as they promote a
sense of community and gratitude. While they may differ from Vietnamese festivals, I find them equally
enjoyable and meaningful.
1. What presents are suitable for a wedding in your country?
Suitable presents for a wedding in my country often include practical items for the couple's new life
together, such as kitchen appliances, bedding sets, or decorative household items. Monetary gifts are
also common and appreciated, as they allow the couple to choose what they need most. Some people
opt for personalized gifts or experiences to make their present more unique and memorable. Ultimately,
the best gift depends on the couple's preferences and needs.

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SAMPLE ANSWERS
2. Do you think money spent on a wedding is wasted?
It depends on personal perspective, but many don't consider money spent on a wedding as wasted. A
wedding is a significant life event, celebrating love and commitment, and the expenses often go towards
creating cherished memories for the couple and their guests. While weddings can be costly, they
symbolize a meaningful investment in the couple's future and their shared happiness.

3. What is your idea of an ideal wedding party?


An ideal wedding party, in my opinion, involves close friends and family gathering to celebrate the love
between the couple. It should have a warm and joyful atmosphere, with delicious food, lively music, and
heartfelt speeches. Personal touches that reflect the couple's personalities and cultural traditions make it
even more special. Ultimately, the most important thing is for everyone to share in the happiness of the
newlyweds and create lasting memories together.

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SPEAKING TASK
PART 2

You're shopping at a local market, and you notice a variety of products from different countries on the
shelves. There are 3 options: buying products from different parts of the world, choosing among
so many unfamiliar products, or sticking to familiar local products. Which one would you choose?
What are the reasons for your choice?

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SAMPLE ANSWERS
PART 2

When it comes to shopping at a local market with products from different countries, I believe sticking to
familiar local products is the best choice.

Firstly, choosing local products helps the local economy. When we buy goods made in our own
community or country, we're supporting local farmers, artisans, and businesses. This helps to sustain
local jobs and businesses, which is important for keeping our community's economy healthy.

Secondly, sticking to familiar local products ensures quality and safety. We usually trust the standards and
rules that control products made in our own country. We're also more familiar with the production methods
and ingredients used, which reducing the risk of buying things that might not be safe or good quality.

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SAMPLE ANSWERS
PART 2

Moreover, buying local products helps cut down on our carbon footprint. Items that come from faraway
places usually need to travel long distances, which adds to greenhouse gas emissions and harms the
environment. When we go for local products, we can reduce the environmental damage caused by
transportation and encourage more eco-friendly shopping habits.

Finally, buying local products helps us feel more connected to our community and cultural heritage. It lets
us experience the traditions, values, and tastes of our region. This creates a sense of pride and
belonging, knowing that we're supporting local artisans and producers who add to the special identity of
our community.

In summary, sticking to familiar local products brings many advantages, such as helping the local
economy, ensuring quality and safety, reducing our environmental impact, and creating a stronger sense
of community. That's why it's the top choice when shopping at a local market.
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SAMPLE ANSWERS
PART 2

- While it might seem exciting to try products from various countries, this choice may have drawbacks.
Firstly, importing products from faraway places usually means they've traveled long distances, leading to
carbon emissions and environmental damage. Secondly, it may not support the local economy as much as
purchasing local products does. Additionally, there could be concerns about quality control and safety
standards in products from unfamiliar regions.

- Choosing unfamiliar products can be an exciting adventure, but it also carries risks. Firstly, there may be
a lack of knowledge about the ingredients, production methods, and cultural background of these
products. This may lead to uncertainty about their quality and suitability. Secondly, it might result in
spending money on things that don't match our expectations or preferences, leading to wasteful spending.

- In summary, sticking to familiar local products is the most practical and beneficial choice in terms of
economic, environmental, and cultural considerations.
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SPEAKING TASK
PART 3

Topic: There are several benefits of globalization.

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SAMPLE ANSWERS
Globalization brings about numerous advantages that affect various aspects of our world.

Firstly, it fosters economic growth by promoting international trade and investment. When countries
engage in global trade, they can explore new markets, become more efficient through specialization, and
benefit from producing goods on a large scale. This leads to higher productivity, more job opportunities,
and ultimately, improved living standards for people worldwide.

Secondly, globalization helps create new and improved technologies by making it easier for people from
different places to share ideas and knowledge. When companies worldwide work together and compete,
they try harder to develop better products. This pushes them to invest in research and development,
leading to faster progress in technology. These advancements not only make our daily lives better but
also help tackle important global issues like healthcare, energy, and taking care of the environment.

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SAMPLE ANSWERS
Moreover, globalization encourages different cultures to mix and learn from each other. When people from
various backgrounds meet through travel, trade, and technology, they get to see different ways of life.
This helps them become more open-minded and respectful towards other cultures. As a result, it brings
people closer together and makes the world feel more connected.

To sum up, globalization brings many good things like making economies grow, creating new
technologies, and mixing different cultures. Even though there are some problems like inequality and
cultures becoming too similar, we can't ignore the good things globalization brings. By using its benefits
wisely and being responsible when we connect globally, we can make the world a better place where
everyone can thrive and get along.

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SPEAKING TASK
PART 3

1. Can you discuss the influence of globalization on job opportunities for Vietnamese citizens?
Globalization has brought both opportunities and challenges for job seekers in Vietnam. On one hand,
foreign investment and new industries create more job options. However, increased competition and
automation have also affected some industries, leading to job displacement and wage pressures. So, while
there are more job options, people need to keep learning new skills to handle these changes well.

2. How has globalization contributed to the growth of the tourism industry in Vietnam?
Globalization has boosted Vietnam's tourism by making it easier for travelers to visit, spreading awareness
of its attractions online, attracting foreign investment in hotels and infrastructure, and diversifying tourism
experiences to meet global standards and trends. This has led to more visitors and economic growth in the
tourism sector.

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Unit 1

Globalization

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