Language Expansion: Irregular Past Participles

A. Fill in each blank with the best word from the box. Use a dictionary to help you.

(Điền vào mỗi chỗ trống với từ tốt nhất từ ​​​​hộp. Sử dụng một từ điển để giúp bạn)

build - built find - found fly - flown give - given

know - known put - put send - sent write - written

1. Gold and diamonds can be found in parts of South Africa.

2. Fresh seafood can be _________ by plane to anywhere in the world.

3. Large amounts of cash are usually not _________ in the mail.

4. lran is _________ for its beautiful handmade rugs.

5. Wedding invitations are sometimes _________ by hand on special paper.

6. Houses here are ________ for large families, so they usually have several bedrooms.

7. Jewelry is sometimes ________ as a special gift.

8. The glass vases are ________ into special boxes to protect them.

Answer:

1. Gold and diamonds can be found in parts of South Africa.

2. Fresh seafood can be flown by plane to anywhere in the world.

3. Large amounts of cash are usually not sent in the mail.

4. lran is known for its beautiful handmade rugs.

5. Wedding invitations are sometimes written by hand on special paper.

6. Houses here are built for large families, so they usually have several bedrooms.

7. Jewelry is sometimes given as a special gift.

8. The glass vases are put into special boxes to protect them.

B. Read the sentences and cross out the unimportant by phrases.

(Đọc các câu và gạch bỏ những cụm từ không quan trọng)

1. The Mercedes-Benz is made in Germany by people.

2. This necklace was given to me by my grandmother.

3. King Tut's tomb was discovered by Howard Carter.

4. My car was stolen on April 19th by someone.

5. The company was started by the new owner's grandfather.

6. Several kinds of fruit are grown in Ontario, Canada by fruit growers.

Answer:

1. The Mercedes-Benz is made in Germany.

2. This necklace was given to me by my grandmother.

3. King Tut's tomb was discovered by Howard Carter.

4. My car was stolen on April 19th.

5. The company was started by the new owner's grandfather.

6. Several kinds of fruit are grown in Ontario, Canada.

C. Rewrite each sentence in the passive voice.

(Viết lại mỗi câu ở thể bị động)

1. We need to teach children good manners.

--> _________________________________________

2. Should we keep money in a bank?

--> _________________________________________

3. Companies usually offer good jobs to people with good education.

--> _________________________________________

4. Some employers don't value education as much as hard work.

--> _________________________________________

Answer:

1. Good manners need to be taught to children.

2. Should money be kept in a bank?

3. Good jobs are usually offered to people with good education by companies.

4. Education is not valued as much as hard work by some employers.

Conversation (Optional)

D. Close your book and listen to the conversation. Why is education valuable?

(Đóng cuốn sách của bạn và lắng nghe cuộc trò chuyện. Tại sao giáo dục có giá trị?)

Lance: Gary, do you think people's lives are improved by money?

Gary: It depends. Some people don’t have enough money to buy necessities. Their lives are definitely improved by having more money.

Lance: What about other people?

Gary: Well, when you have enough money for the basics, I think your life can be improved by education.

Lance: Interesting! Is your education improving your life?

Gary: Sure. I hope to get a good job someday because of my education.

Lance: For me, though, my life would be improved by having a nice car.

Gary: OK, but nice cars cost money. So, you need to get a job first.

Answer:

Education is valuable because it can help improve one's life by providing opportunities for better jobs and income. It also helps people gain knowledge and skills to navigate and succeed in the world.

Goal check

In pairs, discuss how these things improve your life.

(Làm việc theo cặp, thảo luận xem những điều này cải thiện cuộc sống của bạn như thế nào)

a big house electronics fame good health nice clothes

Answer:

Pair 1:

A: I think a big house can improve one's life by providing more space for relaxation and hobbies. It also offers more room for family and friends to visit, which can enhance social relationships.

B: I agree. However, having a big house also means more maintenance, cleaning, and expenses.

Pair 2:

A: Electronics can improve our life in many ways. For example, smartphones allow us to stay connected with our loved ones and access information easily. Laptops are essential for work or education.

B: Yes, but we should also be mindful of our usage and not let it take over our lives.

Pair 3:

A: Fame can improve one's life by providing more opportunities for success and exposure to different experiences.

B: I see your point, but fame can also come with its downsides like loss of privacy and increased pressure.

Pair 4:

A: Good health is crucial for a happy life. It allows us to enjoy daily activities and pursue our goals without physical limitations.

B: Absolutely, maintaining good health requires effort and discipline but it's worth it in the long run.

Pair 5:

A: Nice clothes can boost our confidence and make us feel good about ourselves.

B: Yes, but we should also be mindful of consumerism and not let our material possessions define our self-worth.