LESSON 4: LISTENING
Part 1: (2pts)
Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD AND/ OR A NUMBER FOR EACH ANSWER
Part 2 (1point):
You are going to hear a scientist talking about the body clock. Complete the sentences with a word or a
short phrase.
It is only when our normal routine is interrupted that we notice our physical or psychological rhythms.
Everyone’s biological clock is determined by (11) …………….. of day into night, night into day.
Short term memory works best around midnight and 9 o’clock in the morning but normally lasts about 10
minutes or so.
The best time for (12) …………….. is around 11 o’clock in the morning. Three in the afternoon is when long
term memory works best.
It’s right time to memorize important things like a piece of music or (13) ……………... Late afternoon or early
evening are best time for physical activities like volleyball or basketball because your reflexes are quickest.
A splash of cold water and a blast of (14) …………….. can help you wake up in the
morning.
Inside the brain two tiny structures are connected to our eyes so daylight can penetrate the brain and set the
clock running.
Exposure to sunlight helps people recover from (15) ……………..
Part 3 (1point): You will hear an interview in which two filmmakers, Tilly Woodford and Lee Davies,
are talking about a documentary they have made about animals and select the best answer A, B, C or D
which fits best according to what you hear.
Question 16. According to Tilly, what was the starting point of the documentary?
A. realizing the practical sides of having working animals.
B. encouraging her children to love animals.
C. transforming people’s life in some ways by pets.
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D. thinking about her fond memories of keeping animals.
Question 17. How did Lee originally feel about the number of people interested in this topic?
A. relieved. C. curious.
B. doubtful. D. guilty.
Question 18. What does Tilly suggest about the Youtuber she interviewed?
A. He found it hard to take care of his pets.
B. He seemed to feed his pets properly off-camera.
C. He only focuses on the fun sides of pet ownership.
D. He didn’t care about his pets’ needs at all.
Question 19. The reason why Lee and Tilly was surprised during their research is that
A. Some people go so far to protect wild animals.
B. The pet sector is of immense importance to the economy.
C. People know so little about animal communication.
D. Society’s attitudes to pets have positively changed.
Question 20. When reflecting on the documentary, they wish they could have
A. showed the content in the original form.
B. let their personal views influence their work.
C. avoided mistakes during the filming process.
D. invested more money into the research process.
WRITING
Part 1. Chart Description (1.0 point)
The chart below compares the percentage of time Australian mothers and fathers spent helping their
children with four activities in 2013.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where
relevant. Write at least 100 words.
Part 2. Essay writing ( 2 points)
In recent years, an increasing number of companies have been hiring celebrities to advertise their
products. This practice is believed to do more harm than good to their customers . To what extent do you
agree or disagree?
Write an essay to support your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples
from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 200 words and do not include any personal information.
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KEY
Part 1: 1. 69/ sixty-nine 6. sounds
2. stream 7. freedom
3. data 8. skills
4. map 9. 4.95
5. visitors 10. leaders
Part 2:
15. jet lag
13. grammar (hội chứng rối loạn
11. Earth’s cycle 12. problem solving rules 14. bright light giấc ngủ tạm thời)
Part 3:
16B – 17B – 18C – 19D – 20A
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