UNIT 1: LIFE STORIES WE ADMIRE

BẢNG TỪ VỰNG
STT Từ vựng Từ Phiên âm Nghĩ
loại a
1. admire v /ədˈmaɪə(r)/ ngưỡng mộ
2. volunteer v /ˌvɒlənˈtɪə(r)/ tình nguyện
3. army n /ˈɑːmi/ quân đội
4. surgeon n /ˈsɜːdʒən/ bác sĩ phẫu thuật
5. resistance war n /rɪˈzɪstəns wɔː(r)/ cuộc kháng chiến
6. diary n /ˈdaɪəri/ nhật ký
7. field hospital n /ˈfiːld hɒspɪtl/ bệnh viện tạm thời gần
chiến trường
8. account n /əˈkaʊnt/ câu chuyện
9. experience n /ɪkˈspɪəriəns/ trải nghiệm
10. enemy n /ˈenəmi/ kẻ thù
11. duty n /ˈdjuːti/ nghĩa vụ, nhiệm vụ
12. hero n /ˈhɪərəʊ/ anh hùng
13. devote v /dɪˈvəʊt/ cống hiến
14. youth n /juːθ/ tuổi trẻ
15. death n /deθ/ cái chết
16. attend v /əˈtend/ đi học, tham dự
17. childhood n /ˈtʃaɪldhʊd/ tuổi thơ ấu
18. marriage n /ˈmærɪdʒ/ cuộc hôn nhân
19. impressive a /ɪmˈpresɪv/ đầy ấn tượng
d
j
20. achievement n /əˈtʃiːvmənt/ thành tựu
21. biological a /ˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkl/ (quan hệ) ruột thịt
d
j
22. adopt v /əˈdɒpt/ nhận con nuôi
23. bond v /bɒnd/ kết thân, kết nối
24. accessible a /əkˈsesəbl/ dễ tiếp cận
d
j
25. touchscreen n /ˈtʌtʃskriːn/ màn hình chạm
26. cutting-edge a /ˌkʌtɪŋ ˈedʒ/ hiện đại
d
j
27. stylish a /ˈstaɪlɪʃ/ kiểu cách
d
j
 28. animated a /ˈænɪmeɪtɪd/ hoạt hình
d
j
29. blockbuster n /ˈblɒkbʌstə(r)/ phim bom tấn
30. diagnose v /ˌdaɪəɡˈnəʊz/ chẩn đoán
31. rare a /reə(r)/ hiếm
d
j
32. cancer n /ˈkænsə(r)/ ung thư
33. visionary a /ˈvɪʒənri/ có tầm nhìn
d
j
34. creative a /kriˈeɪtɪv/ sáng tạo
d
j
35. genius n /ˈdʒiːniəs/ thiên tài
36. military n /ˈmɪlətri/ quân sự
37. the Communist Party n /ðə ˈkɒmjənɪst pɑːti/ Đảng Cộng sản
38. battle n /ˈbætl/ trận chiến
39. biography n /baɪˈɒɡrəfi/ tiểu sử
40. rule v /ruːl/ trị vì, cai trị
/
n
41. determination n /dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃn/ lòng quyết tâm
42. defeat v /dɪˈfiːt/ đánh bại
43. ambitious a /æmˈbɪʃəs/ tham vọng
d
j

BẢNG CẤU TRÚC

ST Cấu Nghĩ
T trúc a
1. devote something to cống hiến thứ gì cho thứ gì/ việc gì
(doing)
something
2. attend school/ college đi học (trường đại học, cao đẳng)
3. be admired for something được ngưỡng mộ vì điều gì
4. drop out bỏ học
5. be diagnosed with something được chẩn đoán mắc bệnh gì
6. pass away qua đời
7. be dedicated to something cống hiến cho thứ gì

GRAMMAR
Thì quá khứ đơn Thì quá khứ tiếp diễn
- Diễn tả hành động đã xảy ra và - Diễn tả hành động xảy ra chính xác tại một thời điểm cụ thể
chấm dứt trong quá khứ. trong quá khứ.
Ex: I read a good book last night. Ex: I was reading a good book at 10.30 P.M. last night.
- Diễn tả những sự kiện chính trong - Diễn tả bối cảnh của một câu chuyện.
một câu chuyện. Ex: It was raining outside. Mary read a few pages of the
Ex: Mary read a few pages of the novel and went to bed.
novel and went to bed.

- Diễn tả hành động đang xảy ra trong quá khứ thì có hành động khác xen vào.
Ex: I was reading a book when the phone rang.
- Diễn tả hai hành động xảy ra đồng thời cùng lúc trong quá khứ.
Ex: While I was reading a book, my sister was working.
PRACTICE
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. childhood B. biography C. marriage D.
biological
Question 2. A. admire B. achievement C. adopt D. army

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary
stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3. A. account B. army C. battle D. cancer
Question 4. A. ambitious B. visionary C. creative D.
impressive

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5. Ms. Trang her time and energy to giving free English lessons for poor children.
A. admires B. devotes C. diagnoses D. attends
Question 6. He gave us a thrilling of his experiences on the battlefield.
A. rule B. biography C. account D. blockbuster
Question 7. His parents passed away in a tragic accident.
A. biological B. ambitious C. cutting-edge D. creative
Question 8. At the age of 30, she was with a rare form of breast cancer.
A. dedicated B. admired C. volunteered D. diagnosed
Question 9. When I was in college, I with a man because we both shared a passion for detective
novels.
A. adopted B. devoted C. bonded D. attended
Question 10. Many Vietnamese young men volunteered to join the army during the war against
France.
A. resistance B. biography C. account D. experience
Question 11. We a documentary about war heroes at 8.30 P.M. last Friday.
A. watched B. have watched C. were watching D. are watching
Question 12. I was reading an online article about General Vo Nguyen Giap when my friend .
A. calls B. is calling C. has called D. called

Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. There are TWO extra words that you don’t need.
attended biographies visionary adopted youth duty

Question 13. He didn’t get married and a child from the orphanage.
Question 14. While he was doing his , he was killed by the enemy.
Question 15. The website gives brief of some famous historical figures in Vietnam.
Question 16. A and creative leader will navigate his business through the most difficult period.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined bold word(s) in
each of the following questions.
Question 17. The company’s sales have doubled since the introduction of new cutting-edge technology.
A. simple B. flexible C. modern D. old-fashioned
Question 18. It was their determination that helped them defeat the enemy.
A. focus on B. surrender to C. deal with D. depend on

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined bold word(s) in each
of the following questions.
Question 19. He was considered the greatest mathematical genius of his age.
A. a person who is diagnosed with a rare disease
B. a person who is unusually intelligent
C. a person who is not ambitious enough
D. a person who is not fairly creative
Question 20. One of her impressive achievements is the discovery of radium and polonium.
A. visionary B. animated C. outstanding D. stylish

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of
the numbered blanks from 21 to 25.
It is said that women can rule kingdoms, and some of them actually did. Below are three of the most famous queens
in world history. The queen of ancient Egypt (ruling from 51 BC to 30 BC) was most famous for her determination and
beauty. She was also very intelligent and well (21) , and could
speak nine languages. Queen Elizabeth I ruled England for 45 years (1558-1603). She was (22) for her
strong determination and intelligence. She is considered one of the most successful queens in British history. She (23)
the powerful Spanish Navy in 1588 and encouraged the development of the arts.
Catherine II was a minor German princess who became known as Catherine the Great and ruled Russia from 1762
to 1796. She was intelligent, ambitious, and (24) to her adopted country. She (25)
the Russian Empire, adding an area of more than 500,000 square kilometres. She improved education for
children and women, and opened the first school for girls in Russia.
(Adapted from Global Success)
Question 21. A. adopted B. educated C. devoted D. attended
Question 22. A. dedicated B. bonded C. volunteered D. admired
Question 23. A. diagnosed B. devoted C. admired D. defeated
Question 24. A. dedicated B. adopted C. defeated D. volunteered
Question 25. A. narrowed B. prevented C. concentrated D. expanded

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
questions from 26 to 30.
Steven Paul Jobs was born on 24 February, 1955 in San Francisco, USA. His biological parents were not married
and gave him up for adoption. He was adopted by Clara and Paul Jobs. In 1971, Jobs met Steve Wozniak, who was
five years older than him, but they bonded over their love of electronics. After high school, Jobs attended Reed
College in Oregon, but found the classes boring and dropped out after six months.
When Jobs was 21, he and Wozniak started Apple Computers in Jobs' family garage with money they got by
selling Jobs' van and Wozniak's scientific calculator. By making computers smaller, cheaper, and accessible to
everyday users, their company became a huge success and sales quickly increased. Although Jobs left Apple in 1985,
he returned to his post in 1997 when the company needed new ideas. He helped
invent new products such as the iMac, the iBook for students, the iPod music player, and iTunes music software. In
2007, he introduced the touch-screen iPhone which changed the way phones were used. Apple products were not only
designed to be cutting-edge technology, but also to be stylish and easy to use. In addition, Jobs contributed to
computer animation. In 1986, he bought a small company, which later became Pixar Animation Studios. It produced
the first full-length computer-animated film Toy Story, followed by other blockbusters.
In 2003, Jobs was diagnosed with a rare form of pancreatic cancer. He fought the disease for several years, and
stopped working in August, 2011. Two months later, he passed away. He had four children, three with his wife of 20
years and one from a previous relationship. On an Apple web page, a statement reads, 'Apple has lost a visionary and
creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being.'
(Adapted from Global Success)
Question 26. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. Steve Jobs’ career as a researcher
B. Steve Job’s first joint venture
C. Steve Jobs’ educational background
D. Steve Jobs’ life and achievements
Question 27. The word they in paragraph 1 refers to .
A. Clara and Paul B. Jobs and Steve Wozniak
C. Jobs’ biological parents D. classes
Question 28. According to paragraph 2, Jobs and Wozniak .
A. founded their own company B. didn’t sell computers
C. left Apple in 1985 D. worked in Wozniak’s family garage
Question 29. The word stylish in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _ .
A. complex B. fashionable C. careless D. famous
Question 30. Which of the following is NOT stated about Steve Jobs according to the passage?
A. He returned to Apple when the company needed new ideas.
B. He stayed positive even though he contracted a rare disease.
C. His Pixar Animation Studios produced many blockbusters.
D. He left Reed College without finishing his studies.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 1. Many soldiers sacrificed their lives for the country during the war.
A. resistance B. biography C. account D. experience
Question 2. When we leisurely along the beach, a man approached us.
A. are strolling B. were strolling C. stroll D. have strolled
Question 3. They were taking selfies while the tour guide the itinerary.
A. explains B. is explaining C. has explained D. was explaining
Question 4. Her parents were chatting about the news when she home.
A. comes B. is coming C. came D. has come
Question 5. He acts he were a millionaire.
A. as like B. as though C. as D. if
Question 6. Laura spoke a qualified journalist.
A. like B. as if C. as like D. as though
Question 7. It looked she practised very hard for her presentation.
A. as though B. though if C. if like D. as like
Question 8. It sounds he had a good time at the beach.
A. if B. as C. if as D. as though

Read the following school announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 9 to 11.
 A WRITING COMPETITION
The English Department would like to announce a writing competition for all students in grades 10-12.
Details include:
● Submissions (9) until March 15
● Compose an essay (300-500 words) on the topic "Life Stories We Admire"
● The best three essays (10) a certificate and a prize
● Submit your entries to the English Department office
For guidelines and further information, please (11) your English teacher or visit the school
website.
Good luck to all participants!

Question 9. A. devoted B. accepted C. rejected D. attended

Question 10. A. received B. were receiving C. have received D. will receive
Question 11. A. volunteer B. impress C. adopt D. consult

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a
meaningful letter for the following question.
Question 12.
a. Secondly, her achievements are remarkable; she became the youngest Indian woman to receive a Nobel award for
her efforts.
b. Dear Laura, I hope you are well.
c. Her story is truly inspiring, and I believe her commitment to making a positive impact in the world deserves
praise.
d. Additionally, Malala has volunteered in various communities, providing educational opportunities for
underprivileged children.
e. Firstly, Malala is an inspiring young woman who has dedicated her life to advocating for girls' education.
f. I wanted to share with you someone I truly admire – Malala Yousafzai.
A. b – f – e – a – d – c B. b – f – e – c – a – d
C. b – f – e – a – c – d D. b – f – d – e – a – c

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered
blanks from 13 to 17.
The school field trip last year had a big impact on my life. (13) _ _ the forest, a sudden rainstorm caught us off guard.
As the rain poured down, I found myself helping others, (14) , and laughing
together. The experience was (15) a turning point, not just in the trip, but in my life. It felt (16)
bonds were forming, and friendships were growing stronger. The shared laughter and struggles created a
connection as we faced the unexpected together. This event left (17) and the
friendships I appreciate.
Question 13.
A. When we explore B. While we were exploring
C. While we are exploring D. When we have explored
Question 14.
A. sharing umbrellas B. I shared umbrellas
C. to share umbrellas D. umbrellas were shared
Question 15. A. if B. though C. like D. as
Question 16. A. as if B. as like C. though as D. though
Question 17.
A. a lasting perspective on my impact B. an impact on my lasting perspective
C. a perspective on my lasting impact D. a lasting impact on my perspective
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions
from 18 to 22.
Steve Jobs, a genius in the world of technology, was born in 1955 and adopted by a working-class family. He
dropped out of college, taking a leap into the unknown, where he found his passion for technology and creativity.
In 1976, Jobs met Steve Wozniak, and together they founded Apple, a company that would revolutionise the
computer industry with cutting-edge innovations. Apple's Macintosh computer and the iconic iPhone are testaments to
Jobs' commitment to cutting-edge design and user-friendly technology.
Apart from his work at Apple, Jobs also played a significant role in the success of Pixar Animation Studios, where
he contributed to the creation of the first computer-animated film, Toy Story. Despite facing setbacks, such as being
diagnosed with cancer, Jobs continued to lead Apple until his passing away in 2011.
His legacy lives on through the products and innovations that have shaped the way people live and work in the
digital age.
Question 18. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. Steve Jobs’ academic achievements C. Steve Jobs’ rare disease
B. Steve Jobs’ life and achievements D. Steve Jobs’ first company
Question 19. According to paragraph 1, which of the following is NOT stated about Steve Jobs?
A. He was adopted by a working-class family.
B. He found a passion for technology from childhood.
C. He didn’t finish his college education.
D. He’s a genius in the world of technology.
Question 20. The word they in paragraph 2 refers to .
A. cutting-edge innovations B. Apple's Macintosh computer and iPhone
C. Jobs and Steve Wozniak D. design and technology
Question 21. The word setbacks in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to .
A. difficulties B. advantages C. results D. influences
Question 22. Which of the following is true about Steve Jobs?
A. He contributed to the success of Pixar Animation Studios.
B. He established Apple without the help of Steve Wozniak.
C. He didn’t lead Apple when he was diagnosed with cancer.
D. His ambition was to shape the way people lived and worked.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 1. Many soldiers sacrificed their lives for the country during the war.
A. resistance B. biography C. account D. experience
Question 2. When we leisurely along the beach, a man approached us.
A. are strolling B. were strolling C. stroll D. have strolled
Question 3. They were taking selfies while the tour guide the itinerary.
A. explains B. is explaining C. has explained D. was explaining
Question 4. Her parents were chatting about the news when she home.
A. comes B. is coming C. came D. has come
Question 5. He acts he were a millionaire.
A. as like B. as though C. as D. if
Question 6. Laura spoke a qualified journalist.
A. like B. as if C. as like D. as though
Question 7. It looked she practised very hard for her presentation.
A. as though B. though if C. if like D. as like
Question 8. It sounds he had a good time at the beach.
A. if B. as C. if as D. as though

Read the following school announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 9 to 11.
 A WRITING COMPETITION
The English Department would like to announce a writing competition for all students in grades 10-12.
Details include:
● Submissions (9) until March 15
● Compose an essay (300-500 words) on the topic "Life Stories We Admire"
● The best three essays (10) a certificate and a prize
● Submit your entries to the English Department office
For guidelines and further information, please (11) your English teacher or visit the school
website.
Good luck to all participants!

Question 9. A. devoted B. accepted C. rejected D. attended

Question 10. A. received B. were receiving C. have received D. will receive
Question 11. A. volunteer B. impress C. adopt D. consult

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a
meaningful letter for the following question.
Question 12.
g. Secondly, her achievements are remarkable; she became the youngest Indian woman to receive a Nobel award for
her efforts.
h. Dear Laura, I hope you are well.
i. Her story is truly inspiring, and I believe her commitment to making a positive impact in the world deserves
praise.
j. Additionally, Malala has volunteered in various communities, providing educational opportunities for
underprivileged children.
k. Firstly, Malala is an inspiring young woman who has dedicated her life to advocating for girls' education.
l. I wanted to share with you someone I truly admire – Malala Yousafzai.
A. b – f – e – a – d – c B. b – f – e – c – a – d
C. b – f – e – a – c – d D. b – f – d – e – a – c

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered
blanks from 13 to 17.
The school field trip last year had a big impact on my life. (13) _ _ the forest, a sudden rainstorm caught us off guard.
As the rain poured down, I found myself helping others, (14) , and laughing
together. The experience was (15) a turning point, not just in the trip, but in my life. It felt (16)
bonds were forming, and friendships were growing stronger. The shared laughter and struggles created a
connection as we faced the unexpected together. This event left (17) and the
friendships I appreciate.
Question 13.
A. When we explore B. While we were exploring
C. While we are exploring D. When we have explored
Question 14.
A. sharing umbrellas B. I shared umbrellas
C. to share umbrellas D. umbrellas were shared
Question 15. A. if B. though C. like D. as
Question 16. A. as if B. as like C. though as D. though
Question 17.
A. a lasting perspective on my impact B. an impact on my lasting perspective
C. a perspective on my lasting impact D. a lasting impact on my perspective
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions
from 18 to 22.
Steve Jobs, a genius in the world of technology, was born in 1955 and adopted by a working-class family. He
dropped out of college, taking a leap into the unknown, where he found his passion for technology and creativity.
In 1976, Jobs met Steve Wozniak, and together they founded Apple, a company that would revolutionise the
computer industry with cutting-edge innovations. Apple's Macintosh computer and the iconic iPhone are testaments to
Jobs' commitment to cutting-edge design and user-friendly technology.
Apart from his work at Apple, Jobs also played a significant role in the success of Pixar Animation Studios, where
he contributed to the creation of the first computer-animated film, Toy Story. Despite facing setbacks, such as being
diagnosed with cancer, Jobs continued to lead Apple until his passing away in 2011.
His legacy lives on through the products and innovations that have shaped the way people live and work in the
digital age.
Question 18. What does the passage mainly discuss?
C. Steve Jobs’ academic achievements C. Steve Jobs’ rare disease
D. Steve Jobs’ life and achievements D. Steve Jobs’ first company
Question 19. According to paragraph 1, which of the following is NOT stated about Steve Jobs?
E. He was adopted by a working-class family.
F. He found a passion for technology from childhood.
G. He didn’t finish his college education.
H. He’s a genius in the world of technology.
Question 20. The word they in paragraph 2 refers to .
A. cutting-edge innovations B. Apple's Macintosh computer and iPhone
C. Jobs and Steve Wozniak D. design and technology
Question 21. The word setbacks in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to .
A. difficulties B. advantages C. results D. influences
Question 22. Which of the following is true about Steve Jobs?
E. He contributed to the success of Pixar Animation Studios.
F. He established Apple without the help of Steve Wozniak.
G. He didn’t lead Apple when he was diagnosed with cancer.
H. His ambition was to shape the way people lived and work