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L1: Extreme sports activities
You are going to hear a woman telephone a company that organises extreme sports activities. She
wants information about a possible birthday present for her father.
Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each
answer.

Possible birthday presents for Dad

sport what it is notes availability relevant cost

restrictions

Bungee Being raised in 'Special' also 2……………. Will need to Special:

jumping a cage then includes days produce document 4 £………….

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jumping 1…………… throughout from a
jump the year 3……………

Zorbing Rolling down Hydrozorb: 7…………… Min height: 160 Hydrozorbing:

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double
5…………….
with water,
person isn't
6…………..
from April to
October

R1: A Critical View of Sports Psychology Consultants

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Max weight:
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9 £……………

A good sports psychology consultant can be of great value for a sportsman or woman. However,
after many years' experience, I have reluctantly come to the conclusion that a large number of these
consultants, that is, people claiming expertise in working with athletes on psychological aspects of
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competition in sport, fail to reach the required standard. Many professionals claim to be the key to
improving a sportsman or woman's concentration, team performance and virtually every other skill
they require. They are interviewed in local and national newspapers and heard on radio shows, and a
surprising number of professional teams use one. However, the opinion that I have reached in my
experience as a sports psychology consultant seems to be shared by many players, and not a few
consultants: too many professionals in this line of work are not worth the money they cost. Because
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of the incompetence of these people, the idea has gained ground that working with a sports
psychology consultant is a mistake. Yet this should not be the general view, as a skilled consultant
can make a major contribution to success in sport.

Several reasons can be identified for poor performance by sports psychology consultants. One is a
tendency to overvalue qualifications. Most consultants believe that their qualifications are the most
appropriate and effective way to impress potential clients. I beg to differ. Numerous examples can be
given of consultants who have the necessary skills without a certificate from a sports psychology
organisation. Many, too, are far more effective than some consultants with a qualification.

Another cause for concern is the number of consultants who lack the necessary skills or experience.
Some sports psychology professionals work only on performance issues, and are unable to engage in
individual counselling for personal, or life, issues, which is an essential aspect of the work. Others

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have plenty of clinical skills, but no idea how to help sportspeople to become more successful at
sport. Most have neither the skills nor the expertise needed to help their clients get results.

Even if they have all the other skills required, most sports psychology consultants are inadequate
because they lack the interpersonal skills needed to work effectively with their clients. I have seen
consultants behaving very unprofessionally, for instance by guaranteeing results or becoming angry
when faced with a client's decision to change to another consultant.

The bottom line is this: when choosing a sports psychology consultant, it is important to get
information about them, for instance from past or present clients. Then it is possible to make an
informed decision regarding hiring them. Clients should not be afraid to demand both quality and
character; if they don't, plenty of money will be wasted.

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Do the following statements agree with the views of. the writer of the second article? Write
YES if the statement agrees with the views of the writer
NO if the statement contradicts the views of the writer

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NOT GIVEN if it is impossible to say what the writer thinks about this

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2.​
3.​
4.​
5.​
Newspapers are responsible for the increasing demand for sports psychology consultants.
A number of sports psychology consultants overcharge their clients.
Qualifications are essential for a good consultant.
Consultants should help clients with both personal and performance issues.
Consultants should promise clients that their help will be successful.
6.​ Clients should only change consultants if they have a good reason.
7.​ It is useful to speak to people who have used a particular consultant before hiring him or her.
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Which is the best summary of the writer's opinion?
A.​ Sports psychology is useful, but too many consultants are bad at their job.
B.​ The media gives a false image of the value of sports psychology.
C.​ Sports psychology can never be of value to athletes.
D.​ Few sportspeople realise how sports psychology could help them.
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SPEAKING TOPIC: FOOD

1.​ What kinds of food do you like?
I ______________________ a nutritionally ____________________. Fresh fruits, leafy greens,
whole grains, and lean proteins are my go-to choices. ____________ a healthy lifestyle is essential,
and I find pleasure in nourishing my body with _________________ meals.
(Tôi thưởng thức một chế độ ăn uống cân đối dinh dưỡng một cách thích thú. Trái cây tươi, rau
xanh, ngũ cốc nguyên hạt và các loại thịt nạc là những lựa chọn hàng đầu của tôi. Duy trì một lối
sống lành mạnh là điều quan trọng, và tôi tìm thấy niềm vui trong việc nuôi dưỡng cơ thể bằng
những bữa ăn lành mạnh.)
2.​ What kinds of food do you dislike?

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There are certain foods I dislike. First and foremost, anything that’s excessively ______ tends to
overwhelm my taste buds. Additionally, I tend to pick at fast food options, as I prefer __________
meals over _________ or processed choices.
(Có một số thực phẩm tôi không thích. Đầu tiên và quan trọng nhất, bất cứ thứ gì quá cay thường
làm cho vị giác của tôi khó chịu. Ngoài ra, tôi miễn cưỡng ăn các lựa chọn thức ăn nhanh, vì tôi
thích những bữa ăn lành mạnh hơn là những lựa chọn đầy dầu mỡ hoặc đồ chế biến sẵn.)
3.​ How often do you cook your meals?
I prepare my own meals regularly. I find joy in not only cooking but also ___________ the plate
beautifully. A ________________, _______________ dish presented with care always gives me
satisfaction.
(Tôi thường tự chuẩn bị bữa ăn của mình. Tôi thấy vui vẻ không chỉ khi nấu ăn mà còn khi trang trí

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đĩa thật đẹp mắt. Một món ăn ngon miệng, được nấu chín kỹ càng và được trình bày cẩn thận luôn
mang lại cho tôi cảm giác hài lòng.

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4.​ How often do you eat out?
I only ________ once a month or on special occasions as I prefer to cook at home most of the time.
When I do eat out, I make sure to choose restaurants where I can ____________ dishes pleasantly.
(Tôi chỉ ăn ngoài một lần mỗi tháng hoặc trong các dịp đặc biệt, vì tôi thích nấu ăn tại nhà hầu hết
thời gian. Khi tôi ăn ngoài, tôi luôn đảm bảo chọn những nhà hàng nơi tôi có thể thưởng thức các
món ăn giàu dinh dưỡng một cách dễ chịu.)
5.​ Do you like cooking? Why/Why not?
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I do enjoy cooking. Preparing ____________ meals at home allows me to measure ingredients
precisely and create dishes that are _____________. Plus, the _________ of a home-cooked meal is
truly satisfying.
(Tôi thực sự thích nấu ăn. Việc chuẩn bị các bữa ăn dinh dưỡng tại nhà cho phép tôi đo lường chính
xác các thành phần và tạo ra những món ăn thân thiện với quá trình trao đổi chất. Ngoài ra, hương
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thơm của một bữa ăn tự nấu thực sự mang lại cho tôi cảm giác hài lòng.)
TRANSCRIPT L1: Extreme sports activities
Man: Hello, Grayson's Adventure Days, How can I help you?
Woman: Oh, good morning. I want to book an activity day as a birthday present for my father, so
could you give me an idea of the sorts of things you organise, please?
Man: What a great present! Do you want the activity to take place in a particular location?
Woman: No, anywhere in the country would be OK.
Man: Right. Well, how about bungee jumping? That's our most popular activity.
Woman: Uh-huh.
Man: After a safety briefing, you're securely fastened to the correct bungee rope for your weight.
Then the crane takes you up to a height of 50 metres in a cage, and you jump from it.
Woman: You make it sound so easy!

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Man: In fact, some people change their minds at the last moment. But for the really brave, you can
also book our special, which is one normal bungee jump and then a backwards one. It's quite an
experience!
Woman: I can imagine! Is it available every day?
Man: We do bungee jumping all year round, on over 120 dates, and in various locations, but you
should try to book about four weeks in advance, if possible, as it's very popular.
Woman: OK. And are there any age restrictions? It'll be my father's 50th birthday, so I hope he isn't
too old.
Man: No, he certainly isn't too old, but we'll require a certificate from a doctor, to confirm that he's in
good health.
Woman: Oh, he's very fit, so that won't be a problem. How much is it?
Man: It costs £57 per person for the standard jump, and 97 for the special.
Woman: Right. Now, I've heard of something called 'zorbing. Do you do that, too?

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Man: Yes, we do. That's another very popular activity.
Woman: What exactly is it?
Man: Well, you're securely attached in the centre of a zorb, either alone or with another person. A

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zorb is over three metres high. and it consists of one ball inside another, both made of clear plastic,
so you can see out through them.
Woman: And what happens next?
Man: You roll down a hill, at speeds of up to 50 kilometres an hour. You can also choose the
hydrozorb experience, where 25 litres of water is thrown inside with you, and you aren't attached, so
you slide around in the water while you're rolling.
Woman: Wow! I'm sure my father would enjoy that. What about the dates?
Man: The zorb rides take place between April and October, but just at weekends.
Woman: Are there any restrictions, I mean, for height or weight?
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Man: Your father needs to be at least 160cm tall and weigh no more 110 kilos.
Woman: Oh, that's fine. How much does it cost?
Man: Zorbing is £50 per person.
Woman: And is hydrozorbing the same price?
Man: No, that's £65.
Woman: Right, I'd better give my father details of both the bungee jumping and zorbing, and let him
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choose, and then I'll get back to you.

Man: Fine. We tend to get fully booked, especially at this time of year, so you ought to book well in
advance.
Woman: OK, I'll get back to you in the next few days. Thanks very much for your help.
Man: No problem. Bye.
Woman: Bye

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