Unit 2

Unit 2
Customs and Traditions
March 2024
Objectives
03 Reading Watch and understand a video

Read for detail
04 Writing Informal Letters

DISCUSSION
Think of an interesting tradition from another country. Work in small groups and discuss.
1. Which celebration is shown in the photograph?

2. What customs and traditions do visitors to your country need to know?
3. What traditional celebrations do you have in your country?
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UNDERSTANDING KEY VOCABULARY
English words International transcription Word form Vietnamese translation
1. Rural ˈrʊə.rəl adjective nông thôn
2. Urban ˈɜː.bən adjective đô thị
3. Traditional trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl adjective truyền thống
4. Region ˈriː.dʒən noun vùng, miền
5. Industry ˈɪn.də.stri noun ngành công nghiệp
6. Nuclear ˈnjuː.klɪər noun hạt nhân
7. Extended ɪkˈsten.dɪd adjective mở rộng
8. Migration maɪˈɡreɪ.ʃən noun di cư
9. Machine məˈʃiːn noun máy móc
10. Population ˌpɒp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən noun dân số

11. Decline dɪˈklaɪn verb giảm
12. Bury ˈber.i verb chôn
13. Carpet ˈkɑː.pɪt noun thảm
14. Cotton ˈkɒt.ən noun sợi bông
15. Wool wʊl noun len
16. Threat θret noun mối đe dọa
17. Community kəˈmjuː.nə.ti noun cộng đồng
18. Culture ˈkʌl.tʃər noun văn hoá
19. Ethnic ˈeθ.nɪk adjective dân tộc
20. Diversity daɪˈvɜː.sə.ti noun đa dạng

PREDICTING FROM VISUALS
01. Before watching, look at the photographs. Discuss the questions below in small groups.
1. Where do you think the photographs were taken?

2. Is it a rural area or an urban area?
3. Is it a traditional region or a modern region?
4. What industry do you think is in the area?
PREDICTING FROM VISUALS
02. Watch the video and choose the best description of the topic of the video.
a. Industry b. Weddings c. Culture d. Family life
UNDERSTANDING THE MAIN IDEAS
03. Watch the video and number the ideas (a-h) in the order that you hear them.
03. Watch the video and number the ideas (a-h) in the order that you hear them.
x 2
1 4
x 5
3 x
04. Watch again and correct the factual mistakes in the sentences below.
04. Watch again and correct the factual mistakes in the sentences below.
Reading
Student’s Book (Page 36, 37, 38)
1. Custom ˈkʌs.təm noun tập quán
2. Location ləʊˈkeɪ.ʃən noun địa điểm
3. Kiss kɪs verb hôn
4. Cheek /tʃiːk/ noun má

5. Shake hands ʃeɪk hænd verb bắt tay
6. Touch tʌtʃ verb chạm
7. Elbow ˈel.bəʊ noun khuỷu tay
8. Business meeting ˈbɪz.nɪs ˈmiː.tɪŋ noun cuộc họp kinh doanh
9. Gift ɡɪft verb quà tặng

10. Suspicious səˈspɪʃ.əs adjective nghi ngờ
11. Related rɪˈleɪt adjective liên quan
12. Death deθ noun sự chết chóc
13. Dress dres verb ăn mặc
14. Appearance əˈpɪə.rəns noun ngoại hình
15. Formal ˈfɔː.məl adjective trang trọng
16. Informal ɪnˈfɔː.məl adjective thân mật
17. Bow baʊ verb cúi đầu

18. Position pəˈzɪʃ.ən noun vị trí
19. Hand over hænd ˈəʊ.vər verb đưa cho
20. Business card ˈbɪz.nɪs kɑːd noun danh thiếp

21. Punctual ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl adjective đúng giờ
22. Exchange ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ verb trao đổi

23. Token ˈtəʊ.kən noun sự thể hiện
24. Appreciation əˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən noun sự đánh giá cao

25. Honour ˈɒn.ər noun vinh dự
26. Hierarchy ˈhaɪə.rɑː.ki noun tôn ti trật tự
27. Appointment əˈpɔɪnt.mənt noun cuộc hẹn

28. Suit sjuːt noun bộ âu phục
29. Funeral ˈfjuː.nər.əl noun tang lễ
30. Punctuality ˌpʌnk.tʃuˈæl.ə.ti noun sự đúng giờ
SCANNING TO PREDICT CONTENT
Scan the magazine article for the words and phrases in the box and underline them.
kiss shake hands touch gift dress
kiss shake hands touch gift dress
02. Answer the questions below, according to the information in the article.
Answer the questions below, according to the information in the article.
READING FOR MAIN IDEAS
Which of the customs (a-g) are not mentioned.
READING FOR DETAIL
02. Match the sentence halves. Then read the article again and check your answers.
READING FOR DETAIL
Match the sentence halves.
READING FOR DETAIL
Match the sentence halves.
MAKING INFERENCE FROM THE TEXT
Work with a partner. Try to answer the questions below.
DISCUSSION
Work with your partner. Discuss the questions below.
1. Have you ever been abroad?

2. Which country would you like to visit?
3. What advice about customs in your country would you give a visitor?
DISCUSSION
What advice about customs in Vietnam would you give a visitor?
1. When you visit someone’s home, you must call first and arrive on time.
2. If you do not want to try some local food or drink, refuse politely and smile.
3. Remember to bargain when buying souvenirs, food or something else on the street.
4. If you go to pagodas, temples, or worship places, don’t wear shorts or skirts.
5. When someone gives you a gift, don’t open it in front of the giver. Open it later at home.
6. Vietnamese people do not usually kiss each other when they meet. This may make them
feel embarrassed.
Listening
Listening Handout 2
PART 1
Listen to SEVEN different short recordings and choose the best answer A, B, C, or D.
1. How did the woman travel?

A. by car B. by ferry C. by train D. by plane
2. What time does the film start?
A. 18.00 B. 19.00 C. 18.10 D. 19.10
3. What does the man eat?
A. vegetables B. vegetables and meat
C. salad and chicken D. fish and chips
4. Which book is Jackie reading?
A. a poetry B. history C. jokes D. literature
PART 1
Listen to SEVEN different short recordings and choose the best answer A, B, C, or D.
5. Where did the man leave his keys?

A. the table B. his hands C. jacket D. the sofa
6. Where is the man calling from?
A. in the field B. in the bar
C. on the bridge on North Road D. in the farmhouse
7. What will happen if you don’t take your student ID card to an exam?
A. You won’t be given extra time.
B. B. You won’t be allowed to take the exam.
C. You’ll have to sign a form.
D. You’ll have to wait for a new ID card.
PART 1
1. How did the woman travel?
A. by car B. by ferry C. by train D. by plane
M: I'm surprised that you drove all the way to Liverpool.

W: Well, actually, I decided it would be better not to take the car in the end.
M: Oh really? What made you change your mind?
W: The train doesn't get stuck in traffic jams and I didn't want to be late to meet my
sister when she arrived at the harbour.
PART 1
2. What time does the film start?
A. 18.00 B. 19.00 C. 18.10 D. 19.10
M: What time shall I come to your house?

W: Six o'clock, so that we don't have to hurry.
M: That gives us a whole hour until the film starts and it only takes ten minutes to
walk to the cinema.
W: I know, but I thought we could go for a coffee first.
PART 1
3. What does the man eat?
A. vegetables B. vegetables and meat
C. salad and chicken D. fish and chips
W: Are you ready to order your meal, sir?

M: Yes, I'd like steak and chips, please.
W: I'm very sorry, sir, but we've run out of steak.
M: Oh, that's a shame.
W: The chicken is very good today and so is the fish.
M: OK, I'll have chicken and chips. Oh, actually, I'm on a diet, so I'd better have salad
instead of the chips.
PART 1
4. Which book is Jackie reading?
A. a poetry B. history C. jokes D. literature
M: Are you still reading that history book, Jackie?

W: Actually, I'm just reading something for fun.
M: That's unusual for you. You always seem to be studying these days.
W: Exactly. That's why I thought a bit of poetry might help me to relax.
PART 1
5. Where did the man leave his keys?
A. the table B. his hands C. jacket D. the sofa
M: Have you seen my keys?

W: Aren't they on the table?
M: No, I looked there.
W: How about in your coat pocket?
M: Oh, yes, they are probably there. Oh, no, they aren't.
W: Well, what is that in your hand?
M: Oops, silly me.
PART 1
6. Where is the man calling from?
A. in the field B. in the bar
C. on the bridge on North Road D. in the farmhouse
M: Hello, Mary. Could you come and collect me? I went to a client's house by taxi and
I can't get one back.
W: Sure. Where are you exactly?
M: You know the bridge over the river on the North Road? If you go over that and
take the first left, you see a bar on the right. I'll be waiting there. I'm actually in the
farmhouse down the road from there at the moment. Mrs Collins has been kind
enough to let me use her phone.
W: Fine. See you in the bar soon.
PART 1
7. What will happen if you don’t take your student ID card to an exam?
A. You won’t be given extra time.
B. You won’t be allowed to take the exam.
C. You’ll have to sign a form.
D. You’ll have to wait for a new ID card.
W: Sorry, I can't find my student ID card. What should I do now?
M: Okay, calm down and listen carefully to me. I'm sorry, but you won't be allowed
into the exam room now. You should go straight to the student center where you got
your old card in the first place. Of course, you won't have enough time to wait for a
new ID card. You'll need to provide some personal information so an officer can
check your identity. When the checking is done, the officer will sign a form and give it
to you. Bring the form back here so you can get inside and sit for the exam as usual.
But you need to be quick, because there won't be any extra time for you. The longer
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Reading
Reading Handout 2
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, the preponderance of written material advancing such
claims 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.
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
than others.
PASSAGE 1
2. The word “others” refers to _____
A. Advocates B. organic foods C. products D. advantages
than others.
claims are not supported by scientific evidence, th preponderance of written material advancing such
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
than others.
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.
than others.
PASSAGE 1
5. The word “unsubstantiated” is closest in meaning to _____
A. uncontested B. unpopular C. unverified D. unbelievable
PASSAGE 1
6. The word “maintain” is closest in meaning to _____
A. improve B. restore C. monitor D. preserve
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
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
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
Writing
Writing Handout 2
INFORMAL LETTERS/ EMAILS
An informal letter/email or a personal letter/email is a letter/email to a close friend or an acquaintance. Isn’t
it wonderful to receive such a letter/email from a friend? Better yet, isn’t it wonderful to actually write one?
You have received the following email from your English-speaking friend Kathy.
From: Kathy
Subject: Touring trip
My boyfriend and I have a week of work, and have decided to visit your area. We would like to travel
around and see any places of interest, and maybe learn a bit about its history.
Is there anywhere you would recommend we visit? And what’s the best way to get around - should we
hire a car? Or can we travel by bus, train, or even by bicycle?
Thanks,
Kathy
Write your email response in 140-190 words.

INFORMAL LETTERS/ EMAILS
When planning your response to the above email, it is advisable to underline the questions you should be
answering directly (as illustrated above), and make sure you include any other requested information.
You have received the following email from your English-speaking friend Kathy.
From: Kathy
Subject: Touring trip
My boyfriend and I have a week of work, and have decided to visit your area. We would like to travel
around and see any places of interest, and maybe learn a bit about its history.
Is there anywhere you would recommend we visit? And what’s the best way to get around - should we
hire a car? Or can we travel by bus, train, or even by bicycle?
Thanks,
Kathy
Write your email response in 140-190 words.

Hi Kathy,
I hope you are well.
I’m happy to hear that you’re finally coming here! There’s a lot to do and see, and I think you’ll really enjoy
yourselves!
Firstly, as you know, South Africa is famous for wildlife. I strongly suggest that you hire a car as soon as you
can and drive to the Kruger National Park, which is about 5 hours North of Johannesburg. It may sound like a
long drive, but I promise you it will be worth your while when you see all the wild animals in their natural
habitat!
When you are back in Johannesburg, why don’t you try eating dinner at “Greensleeves” restaurant, where they
will serve you many diﬀerent kinds of roasted local meats, including Kudu and Impala!
Also, I’m sure you’ll enjoy visiting “Gold Reef city,” where you can go 300 meters underground in a lift, to the
bottom of a real gold mine, and learn about the history of Johannesburg and its connection to gold mining.
Anyway, I’ll put some more thought into it, and send you some more suggestions when I have time.
All the best,
Rhett
(190 words)
THREE MAIN PARTS OF AN INFORMAL LETTERS/ EMAILS
1. Salutation (Greeting)
Although you can start with “Dear,” these days people usually start informal letters or emails
with “Hi ……, Hello……..,” or even “Hey”
Using a comma after the person’s name is recommended too:
Hi Emma,
Hello Frank,
You should start with a casually polite question about the person, or comment regarding the
person you are writing to:
I hope you are well.
It’s great to hear from you!
How’s it going?
How are you doing?
What’s happening? (slang)
*These are not your only options, but they are the most common
2. The Body
a. Introductory paragraph
Firstly, acknowledge that you have read their previous letter/email, and are responding to it:
I’m glad to hear that (about)…..
Great news about….
I’m happy to hear that (about)….
I’m excited that…
*The above phrases are for positive news only. For negative news, there are other acknowledgements
you can use.
Example:
- Hi Kathy,
- I hope you are well.
- I’m happy to hear that you are finally coming here! There’s a lot to do and see, and I think you’ll really
enjoy yourselves! https://kta.elearn.vn
b. Main Paragraphs (Making Suggestions and Recommendations)
Each paragraph should focus on one idea. When you move onto you next idea, start a new paragraph.
The following language is useful for making suggestions and recommendations:
I recommend (that) you……
I (really) think you would enjoy….
I (strongly) suggest (that)….
Why don’t you……
How about (verb+ing)
Don’t forget to (go/try/visit)….
You must (go/try/visit)…..
Don't miss……..
c. Using Conjunctions
- To add information or add details to your sentences, use conjunctions such as: and, but, so, either, as
soon as, whereas, although…
Recommend and suggest must be followed by (subject) + verb+ing.
- I recommend (that) you rent a car. I recommend renting a car.
- I recommend you go fishing in the river.
NOT WITH THE INFINITIVE:
- I recommend you to rent a car.
- I recommend you to go fishing in the river.
*recommend can be replaced by suggest in all of the above examples
INFORMAL LANGUAGE NOTES
- Remember you are writing to someone you know very well, so try to be as friendly as possible:
“How are you my dear sister?”
- If you are writing to an adult that you respect, like your dad, try not to write things like:
“What’s up dude!” or “What’s going down?”
- Try to picture the person you are writing to standing in front of you. Imagine the things that you would
say to him and write them down.
INFORMAL LANGUAGE NOTES
- You are allowed to use colloquial language that is appropriate for speech but not really for writing:
My journey back here was fine, though it was quite a long one. I wanted to travel by CR bus but guess
what; all the wretched buses were full! So I had no choice but to travel by a small Rosa bus. The journey
took seven hours. By the time we reached, my legs were tried and my bottom was severely sore, ugh!
Next time, I promise, I’m not gonna use one of those tiny buses!
- It is always a good idea to ask questions in the body of the letter that you would like the person to
answer in their reply. Questions work as a good base on which to write a letter, and they give the
recipient motivation to reply:
How are those wonderful brothers of mine? Did I tell you that I am librarian too, eh
PRACTICE 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You received an email from your English friend, Allie. She asked you for some information about
your house. Read part of her email below.
I am going to take a two-year intensive course in Vietnamese language in Hanoi next month. I
want to look for an apartment near the university. My friend said that you have a flat for rent. Can
you tell me a bit about your flat (things like number of rooms, its special features, the price and the
neighborhood)? I want to see if the house will be suitable for me.
Write a letter responding to Allie.
PRACTICE 2
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You received an email from your English – speaking friend, Tom. He asked you for some
information about your favorite restaurant. This is a part of his email.
A new restaurant has just opened in my town and it’s wonderful. Have you got a favorite
restaurant? Tell me about it. Where is it located? What kind of restaurant is it? How are the food
and the service? And what do you like most about that restaurant?
Write a letter responding to Tom.
WRITING SAMPLE 1
OUTLINE
1. Greeting
2. Express your excitement about Allie’s upcoming studies in Hanoi.
3. Mention your availability of a flat for rent.
4. Describe the flat’s rooms, its special features, the price.
5. Describe the neighbourhood of the flat.
6. Offer to provide further information if needed.
7. Invitation and Closing.
DETAILED OUTLINE
1. Greeting and express your excitement about Allie’s upcoming studies in Hanoi (20-30 words)
• Begin the email with a polite greeting: "Dear Allie,"
• Briefly express your excitement about Allie's upcoming studies in Hanoi: " I was so happy to hear
you're coming to Hanoi to study Vietnamese”
• Mention your availability of a flat for rent “My flat might be a perfect fit for you”
2. Description of the flat (60-80 words)
• State the number of rooms in the apartment: “It's a three-bedroom apartment”
• Mention the neighborhood name and its proximity to the university: “It’s in a Xuan Thuy
neighborhood, conveniently close to the university”
• Briefly highlight a special feature of the flat: “It has a balcony with a lovely view and gets plenty of
natural light”
• Briefly mention the rent price: “The rent is $250 per month, including utilities”
DETAILED OUTLINE
3. Description of the neighbourhood (20-30 words)
• Provide a brief description of the neighborhood's atmosphere (e.g., quiet and residential).
• Mention any nearby amenities (e.g., cafes and shops nearby).
• Reassure that the flat is suitable for her: “It while you study.”
4. Invitation and Closing (20-30 words)
• Express your belief that the flat would be suitable for Allie: “It would be a great place for you to
live while you study.”
• Briefly mention willingness to provide further information or pictures: “If you're interested, let me
know and I can send you pictures and answer any other questions you have.”
• Close with well wishes: “Best,”
SAMPLE LETTER 1
Dear Allie,
I was so happy to hear you're coming to Hanoi to study Vietnamese! My flat might be a perfect fit
for you. It's a three-bedroom apartment in a Xuan Thuy neighborhood, conveniently close to the
university. It has a balcony with a lovely view and gets plenty of natural light. The rent is $250 per
month, including utilities.
The neighborhood is quiet and residential with cafes and shops nearby. I think it would be a great
place for you to live while you study.
If you're interested, let me know and I can send you pictures and answer any other questions you
have.
Best,
WRITING SAMPLE 2
OUTLINE
1. Greeting
2. State your enjoyment of discovering new restaurants.
3. Describe your favourite restaurant.
4. Highlight food and service.
5. State what you like most about the restaurant.
6. Recommend the restaurant to Tom.
7. Closing
DETAILED OUTLINE
1. Greeting and stating your enjoyment of discovering new restaurants (20-30 words)
• Start with a friendly greeting: "Hi Tom,”
• Thank Tom for mentioning the new restaurant : "Thanks for telling me about the new restaurant.“
2. Describe your favourite restaurant (80-100 words)
• Mention the name of the restaurant: “I really like a place called Viet Cuisine”
• Briefly describe its location: “It’s on Hoang Van Thu street, near the main square”
• State the type of cuisine it serves: “They do traditional Vietnamese food”
• Focus on fresh, local ingredients: “They use fresh ingredients from the local area.”
3. Highlight food and service (40-50 words)
• Express your enjoyment of the food: “The food is really yummy!”
• Mention your favorite dish: “I love the beef noodle soup and noodle grilled pork.”
• Appreciate the staff (friendly and helpful)
DETAILED OUTLINE
4. Closing and Recommendation (20-30 words)
• State what you like most about the restaurant (good food, friendly atmosphere, good prices).
• Recommend the restaurant to Tom if he's ever in the area: “If you're ever in the area, you should try it!”
• Close with well wishes: “Best,”
SAMPLE LETTER 2
Hi Tom,
Thanks for telling me about the new restaurant! It sounds great.
I don't have one favourite restaurant, but I really like a place called Viet Cuisine. It's a small, nice
restaurant on Hoang Van Thu street, near the main square. They do traditional Vietnamese food, and
they use fresh ingredients from the local area.
The food is really yummy! I love the beef noodle soup and noodle grilled pork, but everything I've tried
there is delicious. The staff are friendly and helpful too, which makes it a nice place to eat.
The thing I like best about Viet Cuisine is the good food, friendly atmosphere, and good prices. It's a great
place to go with friends or to have a quiet meal alone.
If you're ever in the area, you should try it!
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Customs and Traditions

03 Reading Watch and understand a video

04 Writing Informal Letters

1. Which celebration is shown in the photograph?

1. Rural ˈrʊə.rəl adjective nông thôn

2. Urban ˈɜː.bən adjective đô thị

3. Traditional trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl adjective truyền thống

4. Region ˈriː.dʒən noun vùng, miền

5. Industry ˈɪn.də.stri noun ngành công nghiệp

6. Nuclear ˈnjuː.klɪər noun hạt nhân

7. Extended ɪkˈsten.dɪd adjective mở rộng

8. Migration maɪˈɡreɪ.ʃən noun di cư

9. Machine məˈʃiːn noun máy móc

10. Population ˌpɒp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən noun dân số

11. Decline dɪˈklaɪn verb giảm

12. Bury ˈber.i verb chôn

13. Carpet ˈkɑː.pɪt noun thảm

14. Cotton ˈkɒt.ən noun sợi bông

15. Wool wʊl noun len

16. Threat θret noun mối đe dọa

17. Community kəˈmjuː.nə.ti noun cộng đồng

18. Culture ˈkʌl.tʃər noun văn hoá

19. Ethnic ˈeθ.nɪk adjective dân tộc

20. Diversity daɪˈvɜː.sə.ti noun đa dạng

1. Where do you think the photographs were taken?

a. Industry b. Weddings c. Culture d. Family life

1. Custom ˈkʌs.təm noun tập quán

2. Location ləʊˈkeɪ.ʃən noun địa điểm

3. Kiss kɪs verb hôn

4. Cheek /tʃiːk/ noun má

6. Touch tʌtʃ verb chạm

7. Elbow ˈel.bəʊ noun khuỷu tay

8. Business meeting ˈbɪz.nɪs ˈmiː.tɪŋ noun cuộc họp kinh doanh

9. Gift ɡɪft verb quà tặng

11. Related rɪˈleɪt adjective liên quan

12. Death deθ noun sự chết chóc

13. Dress dres verb ăn mặc

14. Appearance əˈpɪə.rəns noun ngoại hình

15. Formal ˈfɔː.məl adjective trang trọng

16. Informal ɪnˈfɔː.məl adjective thân mật

17. Bow baʊ verb cúi đầu

19. Hand over hænd ˈəʊ.vər verb đưa cho

20. Business card ˈbɪz.nɪs kɑːd noun danh thiếp

21. Punctual ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl adjective đúng giờ

22. Exchange ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ verb trao đổi

24. Appreciation əˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən noun sự đánh giá cao

26. Hierarchy ˈhaɪə.rɑː.ki noun tôn ti trật tự

27. Appointment əˈpɔɪnt.mənt noun cuộc hẹn

kiss shake hands touch gift dress

kiss shake hands touch gift dress

Work with your partner. Discuss the questions below.

1. Have you ever been abroad?

4. If you go to pagodas, temples, or worship places, don’t wear shorts or skirts.

1. How did the woman travel?

5. Where did the man leave his keys?

M: I'm surprised that you drove all the way to Liverpool.

M: What time shall I come to your house?

W: Are you ready to order your meal, sir?

M: Are you still reading that history book, Jackie?

M: Have you seen my keys?

Write your email response in 140-190 words.

Write your email response in 140-190 words.

I hope you are well.

Unit 2 - Reading & Writing

Unit 2 - Reading & Writing