REVIEW 3

I. LANGUAGE

PRONUNCIATION

1. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation.

1.

A. update

B. reliable

C. activate

D. application

2.

A. monitor

B. recognition

C. artificial

D. survive

Answer:

1. B

A. update /ˌʌpˈdeɪt/

B. reliable /rɪˈlaɪəbl/

C. activate /ˈæktɪveɪt/

D. application /ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃn/

=. Phần được gạch chân ở phương án B được phát âm /ə/, các phương án còn lại được phát âm /eɪ/.

2. D

A. monitor /ˈmɒnɪtə(r)/

B. recognition /ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃn/

C. artificial /ˌɑːtɪˈfɪʃl/

D. survive /səˈvaɪv/

=> Phần được gạch chân ở phương án D được phát âm /aɪ/, các phương án còn lại được phát âm /ɪ/.

2. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word which differs from the other three in the position of the main stress.

1.

A. rescue

B. release

C. survive

D. conserve

2.

A. robotic

B. suspicious

C. digital

D. endangered

Answer:

1. A

A. rescue /ˈreskjuː/

B. release /rɪˈliːs/

C. survive /səˈvaɪv/

D. conserve /kənˈsɜːv/

=> Phương án A có trọng âm 1, các phương án còn lại có trọng âm 2.

2. C

A. robotic /rəʊˈbɒtɪk/

B. suspicious /səˈspɪʃəs/

C. digital /ˈdɪdʒɪtl/

D. endangered /ɪnˈdeɪndʒəd/

=> Phương án C có trọng âm 1, các phương án còn lại có trọng âm 2.

3. Listen and complete the sentences with the correct words. Then practise saying them in pairs.

1. We often _____ some _____ turtles on the beach.

2. This is not the _____ way to _____ an email.

Answer:

……………………………………………………………………………………

4. Mark (ᴗ) the places where the linking /r/ can appear. Listen and check. Then practise saying the sentences in pairs.

1. A number of nature reserves have been created to protect rare animals.

2. There is a new national park that I want to visit, but it is too far away from my city.

Answer:

1. A number ᴗ of nature reserves have been created to protect rare animals.

2. There is a new national park that I want to visit, but it is too far ᴗ away from my city.

5. Read the sentences and underline the parts where assimilation can occur. Focus on the highlighted parts. Listen and check. Then practise saying the sentences in pairs.

1. My brother was in Paris to see an exhibition on modern media.

2. They wrote many reports on how to protect pandas in China.

Answer:

1. My brother was in Paris to see an exhibition on modern media.

2. They wrote many reports on how to protect pandas in China.

Học sinh nghe băng và đọc lại theo băng. Nhớ chú ý vào phần in đậm.

VOCABULARY

1. What are the missing letters? Complete the sentences using the pictures to help you.

1. Interacting with a c____ can be annoying as often it doesn't understand your questions.
2. The football match attracted a large number of TV vi____.
3. In the last 50 years, the number of plant and animal species has decreased by more than a half, and more will become ex____.
4. Fa____ re____ technology can quickly identify customers and improve banking security.

Answer:

1. Interacting with a chatbot can be annoying as often it doesn't understand your questions. (Tương tác với chatbot có thể gây khó chịu vì nó thường không hiểu câu hỏi của bạn.)
2. The football match attracted a large number of TV viewers. (Trận đấu bóng đá thu hút một lượng lớn người xem truyền hình.)
3. In the last 50 years, the number of plant and animal species has decreased by more than a half, and more will become extinct. (Trong 50 năm qua, số lượng các loài thực vật và động vật đã giảm hơn một nửa và nhiều loài sẽ bị tuyệt chủng.)
4. Facial recognition technology can quickly identify customers and improve banking security. (Công nghệ nhận dạng khuôn mặt có thể nhanh chóng nhận dạng khách hàng và cải thiện an ninh ngân hàng)

2. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word.

1. With only around 70 individuals, the Javan rhino is one of the largest endangered mammals.

A. dangerous

B. threatened

C. risky

D. capable

2. The music festival has been widely reported in the local press.

A. social media

B. television sets

C. radio

D. newspapers

Answer:

1. B - endangered - bị đe dọa = threatened

With only around 70 individuals, the Javan rhino is one of the largest endangered mammals.- (Chỉ với khoảng 70 cá thể, tê giác Java là một trong những loài động vật có vú có nguy cơ tuyệt chủng lớn nhất.)

A. dangerous (nguy hiểm)

B. threatened (bị đe dọa)

C. risky (rủi ro)

D. capable (có khả năng)

2. D - press - báo chí = newspapers

The music festival has been widely reported in the local press.

(Lễ hội âm nhạc đã được đưa tin rộng rãi trên báo chí địa phương.)

A. social media (phương tiện truyền thông xã hội)

B. television sets (máy truyền hình)

C. radio (đài phát thanh)

D. newspapers (báo chí)

3. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word.

1. Online articles published on government websites are reliable sources of information.

A. untrue

B. believable

C. useful

D. unlimited

2. Many people are unable to recognise fake news and share untrue information on social media.

A. dangerous stories

B. facts and figures

C. true stories

D. online reports

Answer:

1. A

Online articles published on government websites are reliable sources of information. - (Các bài báo trực tuyến đăng trên trang web của chính phủ là nguồn thông tin đáng tin cậy.)

A. untrue (không đúng sự thật)

B. believable (đáng tin cậy)

C. useful (hữu ích)

D. unlimited (không giới hạn)

2. C

Many people are unable to recognise fake news and share untrue information on social media. - (Nhiều người không thể nhận biết tin giả và chia sẻ thông tin sai sự thật trên)

A. dangerous stories (những câu chuyện nguy hiểm)

B. facts and figures (sự kiện và số liệu)

C. true stories (những câu chuyện có thật)

D. online reports (báo cáo trực tuyến)

4. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer.

1. _____ sources are free from bias and based on strong evidence.

A. Credible

B. Popular

C. Accessible

D. Powerful

2. The saola, whose population is fewer than 250 mature individuals, is one of the world's _____ mammals and is only found in Viet Nam.

A. scariest

B. most natural

C. rarest

D. most threatening

3. The website is _____ with new information every day.

A. updated

B. protected

C. spread

D. interacted

4. AI-based _____ in education may pose a risk to students' privacy.

A. poaching

B. applications

C. chatbots

D. recognition

5. The new website for students will be good _____ for our school.

A. source

B. platform

C. function

D. publicity

6. Although some animal species are living in extreme weather conditions, they can still _____.

A. protect

B. survive

C. update

D. exploit

7. Robots are _____ to perform specific tasks such as cleaning rooms or moving heavy boxes.

A. conserved

B. threatened

C. rescued

D. programmed

8. Scientists _____ the data collected from their field trip to China.

A. carried out

B. analysed

C. preserved

D. protected

Answer:

1. A

_____ sources are free from bias and based on strong evidence. - (Nguồn _____ không có sự thiên vị và dựa trên bằng chứng chắc chắn.)

A. Credible (đáng tin cậy)

B. Popular (phổ biến)

C. Accessible (có thể truy cập được)

D. Powerful (mạnh mẽ)

2. C

The saola, whose population is fewer than 250 mature individuals, is one of the world's _____ mammals and is only found in Viet Nam. - (Sao la có quần thể dưới 250 cá thể trưởng thành, là một trong những loài động vật có vú _____ trên thế giới và chỉ được tìm thấy ở Việt Nam.)

A. scariest (đáng sợ nhất)

B. most natural (tự nhiên nhất)

C. rarest (hiếm nhất)

D. most threatening (đe dọa nhất)

3. A

The website is _____ with new information every day. - (Trang web _____ với thông tin mới mỗi ngày.)

A. updated (được cập nhật)

B. protected (được bảo vệ)

C. spread (lan truyền)

D. interacted (tương tác)

4. C

AI-based _____ in education may pose a risk to students' privacy. - (_____ dựa trên AI trong giáo dục có thể gây rủi ro cho quyền riêng tư của học sinh.)

A. poaching (săn bắt)

B. applications (ứng dụng)

C. chatbots (chatbot)

D. recognition (sự công nhận)

5. B

The new website for students will be good _____ for our school. - (Trang web mới dành cho học sinh sẽ là _____ tốt cho trường học của chúng ta.)

A. source (nguồn)

B. platform (nền tảng)

C. function (chức năng)

D. publicity (công khai)

6. B

Although some animal species are living in extreme weather conditions, they can still _____. - (Mặc dù một số loài động vật đang sống trong điều kiện thời tiết khắc nghiệt nhưng chúng vẫn có thể _____.)

A. protect (bảo vệ)

B. survive (sống sót)

C. update (cập nhật)

D. exploit (khai thác)

7. D

Robots are _____ to perform specific tasks such as cleaning rooms or moving heavy boxes. - (Robot được _____ thực hiện các nhiệm vụ cụ thể như dọn phòng hoặc di chuyển các hộp nặng.)

A. conserved (bảo tồn)

B. threatened (bị đe dọa)

C. rescued (được giải cứu)

D. programmed (được lập trình)

8. B

Scientists _____ the data collected from their field trip to China. - (Các nhà khoa học _____ dữ liệu thu thập được từ chuyến đi thực địa của họ tới Trung Quốc.)

A. carried out (thực hiện)

B. analysed (phân tích)

C. preserved (bảo quản)

D. protected (bảo vệ)

GRAMMAR

1. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer.

1. AI-based robots can do household chores _____ they were humans.

A. as if

B. although

C. because

D. than

2. What would you do _____ you suddenly became famous and received a lot of publicity?

A. if

B. like

C. so that

D. such that

3. To prepare for the graduation party, we had a technician _____ big screens on the walls.

A. installed

B. install

C. installing

D. installs

4. I'm writing a report on wildlife conservation and need to get all facts _____.

A. check

B. checking

C. to check

D. checked

Answer:

1. A - AI-based robots can do household chores as if they were humans.

2. A - What would you do if you suddenly became famous and received a lot of publicity?

3. B - To prepare for the graduation party, we had a technician install big screens on the walls

4. D - I'm writing a report on wildlife conservation and need to get all facts checked.

2. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences.

1. The computer technology has changed the world. No science has changed the world like that.

A. The computer technology has changed the world as if no science has done that.

B. No science has changed the world because the computer technology has done that.

C. The computer technology has changed the world so that no science has done that.

D. No science has changed the world like the computer technology has.

2. Poachers have killed so many tigers in the area. Therefore, the authorities are considering harsher punishments for illegal hunting.

A. Poachers have killed so many tigers in the area as the authorities are considering harsher punishments for illegal hunting.

B. Poachers have killed so many tigers in the area that the authorities are considering harsher punishments for illegal hunting.

C. Poachers have killed so many tigers, but the authorities are not considering harsher punishments for illegal hunting.

D. Although poachers have killed so many tigers, the authorities are not considering harsher punishments for illegal hunting.

3. The newspaper should have an online version. Otherwise, it won't attract many readers.

A. Unless the newspaper has an online version, it won't attract many readers.

B. If the newspaper should have an online version, it won't attract many readers.

C. The newspaper has an online version as if it won't attract many readers.

D. If the newspaper doesn't have an online version, it attracts many readers.

4. Alba is an advanced robot. She can talk and express emotions like humans.

A. Alba is an advanced robot, but she cannot talk and express emotions like humans.

B. Although Alba can talk and express emotions like humans, she is not an advanced robot.

C. Alba is such an advanced robot that she can talk and express emotions like humans.

D. Alba is so an advanced robot that she can talk and express emotions like humans.

Answer:

1. D

The computer technology has changed the world. No science has changed the world like that. - (Công nghệ máy tính đã thay đổi thế giới. Không có khoa học nào đã thay đổi thế giới như vậy.)

= D. No science has changed the world like the computer technology has.- (Không có khoa học nào đã thay đổi thế giới như công nghệ máy tính.)

=> like (adv): giống như; A, B, C sai nghĩa với đề => chọn D

2. B

Poachers have killed so many tigers in the area. Therefore, the authorities are considering harsher punishments for illegal hunting. - (Những kẻ săn bắt đã giết rất nhiều hổ trong khu vực. Vì vậy, nhà chức trách đang cân nhắc những hình phạt khắc nghiệt hơn đối với hành vi săn bắt trái phép.)

= B. Poachers have killed so many tigers in the area that the authorities are considering harsher punishments for illegal hunting.- (Những kẻ săn bắt đã giết rất nhiều hổ trong khu vực đến nỗi chính quyền đang xem xét các hình phạt khắc nghiệt hơn đối với hành vi săn bắt trái phép.)

=> Structure: “S + V + so many + danh từ + that + mệnh đề.” (…quá…đến nỗi mà…); A, C, D sai nghĩa với đề => chọn B

3. A

The newspaper should have an online version. Otherwise, it won't attract many readers.- (Tờ báo nên có phiên bản trực tuyến. Nếu không, nó sẽ không thu hút được nhiều độc giả.)

= A. Unless the newspaper has an online version, it won't attract many readers.

(Nếu báo không có phiên bản trực tuyến, nó sẽ không thu hút được nhiều độc giả.)

=> Structure: First conditions “If/ Unless + S + V(hiện tại đơn), S + will + V.”; B, C, D sai nghĩa với đề => chọn A

4. C

Alba is an advanced robot. She can talk and express emotions like humans.- (Alba là một robot tiên tiến. Cô ấy có thể nói chuyện và thể hiện cảm xúc như con người.)

= C. Alba is such an advanced robot that she can talk and express emotions like humans. - (Alba là một robot tiên tiến đến mức cô có thể nói chuyện và thể hiện cảm xúc như con người.)

3. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following sentences.

1. There are enough (A) many endangered species (B) in the region that (C)the local authority has decided to (D) create more protected areas.

2. The cost (A) of advertising on the (B) Internet is equally (C) low as that (D) of using printed brochures.

3. Visitors can safely take (A) photos of (B) wild animals in the park unless © they quietly move (D) around the area.

4. My manager has (A) decided to have (B) the company's computer software update (C) at (D) least once a month.

Answer:

1. A - enough => so

There are so many endangered species in the region that the local authority has decided to create more protected areas.

Structure: “so…that” (quá đến nỗi mà)

2. C

The cost of advertising on the Internet is equally as low as that of using printed brochures.

Structure “as + tính từ + as”

3. C - unless => if

Visitors can safely take photos of wild animals in the park if they quietly move around the area.

=> unless (nếu… không) - không hợp ngữ cảnh, sửa lại thành “if”

4. C - update => updated

My manager has decided to have the company's computer software updated at least once a month.

Structure have + something (company's computer software) + V3/ed

II. SKILLS

LISTENING

1. Listen and choose the factors that have affected the blue whale population. There is ONE extra option.

A. They were hunted for commercial purposes.

B. They are hit by large ships.

C. They are dangerous to humans.

D. They eat pieces of plastic.

E. They find it hard to find food in warming oceans.

Answer:

………………………………………………………………………………….

2. Listen again and choose the correct answer A, B, or C.

1. How does Nam feel about the size of whales?

A. Impressed.

B. Concerned.

C. Annoyed.

2. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as the reason for the widespread whaling in the 1920s?

A. Advances in technology made whale hunting easier.

B. It became a profitable business.

C. It was impossible to build suitable habitats for blue whales.

3. According to the speaker, what is the current number of blue whales?

A. About 10,000.

B. No more than 25,000.

C. About 340,000.

4. Why are blue whales more likely to be hit by ships at night?

A. They can't see or hear well at night.

B. There is more plastic pollution at night.

C. They are looking for food near the water surface at night.

Answer:

………………………………………………………………………………….

SPEAKING

1. Work in pairs. Match the threats facing blue whales with the solutions.

Answer:

1 - b. Hunting whales for commercial purposes - Imposing a total ban in all countries

2 - a. Being hit by large ships - Changing shipping routes away from their habitats

3 - d. Plastic pollution - Reducing plastic use

4 - c. Climate change - Slowing global warming down

2. Work in groups. Discuss each solution above and think about what each individual can do to help save the blue whales. Then report to the class.

Answer:

During our group discussion on saving blue whales, we identified several critical challenges and corresponding solutions. Commercial whaling remains a significant threat, and advocating for a global ban was emphasized to protect these majestic creatures. Addressing ship strikes by advocating for safer shipping routes away from whale habitats emerged as another crucial step. Plastic pollution poses a direct threat through ingestion and entanglement, making reducing plastic use and supporting clean-up efforts essential. Finally, combating climate change to preserve ocean ecosystems and mitigate its impacts on blue whale habitats was highlighted. As individuals, we can contribute by raising awareness, reducing plastic consumption, supporting sustainable practices, and advocating for policies that protect marine environments. By taking collective action, we can make a meaningful impact in safeguarding blue whales and their fragile ecosystems.

READING

1. Read the article below. Match each section (A-C) with the heading (1-5). There are TWO extra headings.

Artificial Intelligence in the mass media

The mass media has undergone many changes over the last century. Artificial intelligence has also had an impact on the media. AI has become an important part of all forms of mass communication.

A. _____

Nowadays, people receive so much information from different sources that it is difficult to spot false stories. This is where AI can help. The advanced technology is able to classify types of information and recognise news that is not suitable for the public. Furthermore, AI can automatically change data into various forms such as online graphic organisers, images, and videos. This innovation is a breakthrough in journalism.

B. _____

Social media is popular all over the world, and more and more people are using platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. AI can make these platforms much safer and help the users avoid identity theft. A typical example is facial recognition software that allows us to increase the safety and security of our accounts. In many cases, social networking sites require personal information, which can be verified via facial recognition.

C. _____

Although television has been popular for a long time, it is now attracting larger audiences because of new features made possible by AI. TV viewers can watch programmes with higher picture quality and a lot of special effects. AI can also provide personalised recommendations to different users. The software can help TV viewers find channels or programmes based on their preferences, behaviour, and history.

Answer:

A - 5. AI in journalism (Because the text mentions “Nowadays, people receive so much information from different sources that it is difficult to spot false stories. This is where AI can help”)

B - 2. Adding extra security to social media login (Because the text mentions “ A typical example is facial recognition software that allows us to increase the safety and security of our accounts”)

C- 4. Suggesting more suitable programmes (Because the text mentions “AI can also provide personalised recommendations to different users. The software can help TV viewers find channels or programmes based on their preferences, behaviour, and history.”

2. Read the article again. Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D.

1. The purpose of writing the article is _____ in the mass media.

A. to advertise AI

B. to introduce the benefits of AI

C. to help readers avoid using AI

D. to describe an AI robot

2. Which of the following benefits of Al in journalism is NOT mentioned?

A. AI can change data into various forms.

B. AI can help people avoid unsuitable information.

C. AI can help journalists express their opinions.

D. AI can identify whether the information is true or not.

3. Why does the author mention 'facial recognition' in Section B?

A. To support an idea.

B. To illustrate a contrast.

C. To give a reason.

D. To give a description.

4. What can be inferred about television in Section C?

A. TV viewers can watch more live TV shows.

B. There are more special effects on live TV programmes.

C. It has not benefited from AI.

D. AI makes it easier for people to choose their favourite programmes.

Answer:

1. A - The purpose of writing the article is to advertise AI in the mass media. (because 3 main ideas of text mentions the purpose, advantages and solutions to solve the problems, it is a way to advertise AI in the mass media)

2. C - AI can help journalists express their opinions. (Because the text mentions “ Furthermore, AI can automatically change data into various forms such as online graphic organisers, images, and videos.” or “The advanced technology is able to classify types of information and recognise news that is not suitable for the public.” or “ Nowadays, people receive so much information from different sources that it is difficult to spot false stories. This is where AI can help.”)

3. A - To support an idea. (Because the text mentions “AI can make these platforms much safer and help the users avoid identity theft. A typical example is facial recognition software that allows us to increase the safety and security of our accounts.”)

4. D - AI makes it easier for people to choose their favourite programmes. (Because the text mentions “The software can help TV viewers find channels or programmes based on their preferences, behaviour, and history.”)

WRITING

Write an essay (180-200 words) about the benefits of using AI in creating content for the mass media and the problems caused by it. Select and combine information from Reading and the suggested ideas below.

Problems caused by Al in creating content for the mass media

- Increasing costs of the mass media (high costs for developing, installing, and maintaining the software)

- Reducing people's creativity (automated content creation using AI tools)

- Replacing human's jobs in the mass media (AI's capability of reporting and writing)

Answer:

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized content creation in mass media, offering numerous benefits alongside some notable challenges. One significant advantage is its efficiency in generating content at scale, reducing production time and costs associated with traditional methods. AI-powered tools can swiftly analyze data, identify trends, and produce news articles or reports, enhancing the speed and accuracy of information dissemination. This capability not only aids in meeting the growing demand for real-time news but also ensures a broader reach and accessibility of information.

However, the integration of AI in content creation also presents several challenges. Firstly, there are substantial upfront costs involved in developing, installing, and maintaining AI software, which can burden media organizations financially. Moreover, reliance on AI for content creation risks diminishing human creativity, as automated processes may prioritize efficiency over originality and nuanced storytelling. Additionally, AI's proficiency in tasks traditionally performed by journalists, such as reporting and writing, raises concerns about potential job displacement within the industry.

In conclusion, while AI enhances productivity and efficiency in mass media content creation, it simultaneously poses challenges related to cost, creativity, and employment. Striking a balance between leveraging AI's capabilities and preserving human ingenuity remains crucial for sustaining a dynamic and ethical media landscape in the digital age.