Listening
1. Listen to the conversation and choose the best summary.
a. The benefits that advances in science and technology may bring to people's lives.
b. The benefits and drawbacks that advances in science and technology may bring to people's lives.
c. The drawbacks that advances in science and technology may bring to people's lives.
2. Listen again to the conversation between Nick, Duong, and Chau. Tick the words and phrases as you hear them.
| 1. problems 2. high yields 3. the moon | 4. overcrowding 5. on television 6. bring unemployment |
3. Listen again and answer the questions.
1. What will help feed the large population on Earth?
2. Where may we be able to live?
3. What does Nick say he likes?
4. Does Chau think science and technology may bring problems?
5. What does Nick think at the end of the conversation?
Writing
Writing to express agreement or disagreement
Introduction: I agree/ disagree with the idea that …
Explaining your opinion:
Firstly, Secondly,…
Furthermore, In addition …
Conclusion: In short/ For these reasons …
4. Look at the sample paragraph and fill the outline below.
I disagree with the idea that robots will only bring benefits to people in the future. Robots will also have some negative effects. Firstly, they will be very expensive and we will spend too much money buying and fixing them. Secondly, robots in factories will be able to do everything the workers do, so robots will make them jobless. Thirdly, robots in our homes will do all the housework for us, so we will become lazy and inactive. In short, robots will do many things for us, but they may not improve the quality of our lives.
Introduction: disagree
Idea 1:
Idea 2:
Idea 3:
Conclusion: not always good
5. Make notes, then write a paragraph on the following topic.
Do you agree or disagree with the following idea?
With the help of technology, students will benefit greatly from studying by themselves at home.
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