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👉 SKILLS 2
Listening
- Work in pairs. Discuss the following question.
How do you make time for study and other activities - You will hear Trang, Phong, and Tom taling about how to manage their time effectively. For each student (1-3) choose the option (A-C) each of them expresses. 🎧
1. Trang 2. Phong 3. Tom
Opinions A. I don't let things distract me from the schoolwork that I have to do. B. Using a calendar to plan my work ahead helps me manage my time effectively. C. I try not to delay doing my homework and working on my projects and coming tests. - Listen again and choose the correct answer A, B, or C.
1. Trang enters what she has to do into a _____ at the beginning of each team.
A. poster B. routine C. calendar
2. Trang often uses _____ colours to mark project due dates and exam times on her calendar.
A. different B. the same C. similar
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3. Phong turns off his cell phone and signs out social media _____ when he starts his work.
A. accounts B. networks C. websites
4. Tom tries not to _____ homework until just before the due date.
A. leave B. complete C. submit
5. Tom _____ his projects and coming tests and adds them to his schedule.
A. prepares B. reviews C. revises
Writing - Match the time management tips in column A with the explanations and / or reasons in column B.
1. Making a plan or schedule for things you need to do, including appointments, projects, homework and tests a. You should decide which is the most urgent and important task so that you can concentrate on it first. By doing this, you may not be at a loss to deal with too much work at the same time. 2. Giving priority to the most important task b. An effective routine can help you accomplish the things you need to do. The more you follow a daily routine, the less you will worry or get stressed. 3. Building an effective daily routine c. You can plan your work ahead by using a calendar, a diary, or a mobile app. It helps you remember what you need to accomplish and when you should do it. - Write a paragragh (about 100 words) about how to manage your time effectively. Use the tips in 4 or your own ideas.
There are many things we should do to manage our time effectively. Firstly, _______________
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