TASK 2. Listen to a talk about protecting the environment and complete the note. Write ONE WORD in each blank. You will listen TWICE.

SALVAGING MATERIALS

Benefit:

● Less (1) ___________ or fuel needed to turn materials into new items.

● Less (2) ___________ impact on the environment.

Examples:

● Change old car tires to (3) ___________.

● Make new shelters from used (4) ___________ and decorate them with (5) ___________ car parts.

TASK 2. Write a paragraph about the measures for protecting endangered animals (120 – 150 words).

You can use the following questions as cues.

-  Why do people need to take action to protect endangered animals?

- What should the government do to stop poaching?

- What can we do to prevent the destruction of natural habitats?

- How can we raise funds for animal protection organisations?

TASK 1. Listen to the conversation between Minh and Daisy. Circle the best answer A, B, or C. You will listen TWICE.

What is the topic of the oral test?

TASK 2. Complete the reading passage. Write ONE suitable word in each blank.

In many countries, hydroelectric power plants play an important role in supplying electricity to households, to manufacturers, and other commercial and service industries etc. (1) ___________ this method in power production brings some benefits, there are some potential drawbacks we should seriously take into account. The first one is the substantial damages to the surrounding (2) ___________ where power plants are built. A large lake called a damp is formed to store water, which, under certain circumstances, could flood an extensive area and destroy habitats of both plants and (3) ___________ animals living in this region. The second pitfall is that a damp could have many potential accidents for people working there when it is in the construction process and even when it comes (4) ___________ use. Because of this possibility of disadvantages, the other ways which are greener and more sustainable in (5) ___________ generation should be developed such as wind or solar power.

TASK 2. Choose the best option to complete each sentence. Circle A, B, or C.

Ann loves space and planets a lot, she wants to become a ___________ in the future.