Ngày 4: Weakness #3 — Intensive Practice

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🔥 Weakness #3 — Intensive Practice

Điểm yếu cuối cùng! Chọn option phù hợp.

Option A: Writing — Coherence & Cohesion

Vấn đề: Bài viết thiếu logic, thiếu từ nối

Exercise 1: Linking Words Master List

Học và sử dụng đúng:

Thêm ý:

• Furthermore, / Moreover, / In addition, / Additionally,
• What is more, / On top of that, / Not only… but also…

Tương phản:

• However, / Nevertheless, / On the other hand,
• Although / Even though / Despite / In spite of
• While / Whereas / Conversely,

Nguyên nhân - Kết quả:

• Therefore, / Consequently, / As a result, / Thus,
• Due to / Owing to / Because of / Thanks to
• This leads to / This results in / This gives rise to

Ví dụ:

• For example, / For instance, / Such as / To illustrate,
• A case in point is… / One example of this is…

Kết luận:

• In conclusion, / To sum up, / Overall, / All things considered,
• Taking everything into account, / On balance,

Exercise 2: Fill in the linking words

Chọn từ nối phù hợp:

1. Many people prefer working from home. __________, some feel isolated without colleagues.
2. __________ the high cost, solar energy is becoming more popular.
3. Education improves job prospects. __________, it also develops critical thinking.
4. Cities are becoming overcrowded. __________, governments are investing in public transport.
5. __________ exercise is important for health, many people lead sedentary lifestyles.

Exercise 3: Paragraph Ordering

Sắp xếp các câu thành đoạn văn logic:

a) For instance, renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power have become significantly cheaper in recent years. b) In conclusion, while the transition away from fossil fuels presents challenges, the technological and economic trends suggest it is both necessary and increasingly feasible. c) However, the transition is not without difficulties, as many economies still depend heavily on coal and oil for energy production and employment. d) There is growing evidence that the world can move away from fossil fuels within the next few decades. e) This cost reduction has made clean energy competitive with traditional sources in many markets.

Thứ tự đúng: ___________

Option B: Listening — Note-taking & Spelling

Exercise 1: Academic Vocabulary Spelling

Viết chính tả đúng 20 từ học thuật hay sai:

Exercise 2: Number Dictation

Viết đúng các số:

1. “The total cost was fourteen thousand, seven hundred and fifty dollars.” → __________
2. “The building is located at 238 Westfield Road.” → __________
3. “The population reached approximately 2.8 million by 2019.” → __________
4. “Students need a minimum score of 6.5 in each component.” → __________
5. “The research involved 1,247 participants across 15 countries.” → __________

Option C: Speaking — Part 3 Development

Vấn đề: Trả lời Part 3 quá ngắn, thiếu chi tiết

Exercise 1: Answer Extension Framework

Sử dụng OREO method:

• Opinion: Nêu quan điểm
• Reason: Giải thích lý do
• Example: Cho ví dụ cụ thể
• Outcome: Kết luận / tác động

Exercise 2: Practice Questions

Ghi âm câu trả lời (45-60 giây mỗi câu) sử dụng OREO:

1. “Should governments ban single-use plastics?”

2. “Is it better to live in a big city or a small town?”

3. “Do you think online education will replace traditional schools?”

4. “Should celebrities be role models for young people?”

5. “Is it more important to have a high salary or a job you enjoy?”

Exercise 3: Adding Depth

Biến câu trả lời ngắn thành chi tiết:

Ngắn: “I think technology is good for education.”

Chi tiết: “I firmly believe that technology has revolutionized education in numerous ways. For example, online platforms like Khan Academy and Coursera have made high-quality education accessible to millions of people who might not have had the opportunity otherwise. In my country, during the pandemic, technology literally saved the education system by enabling remote learning. However, I should acknowledge that technology isn’t a silver bullet — it requires reliable internet access and digital literacy, which not everyone has. So while the benefits are substantial, we need to ensure equitable access.”

Luyện mở rộng 3 câu trả lời của bạn.

Option D: Reading — Matching Headings

Vấn đề: Sai khi matching headings/information

Chiến lược:

1. Đọc tất cả headings trước
2. Đọc câu đầu + câu cuối mỗi paragraph
3. Loại bỏ headings rõ ràng trước
4. Không chọn heading chỉ vì có cùng từ với paragraph

Exercise: Mini Matching Practice

Paragraph A: “The discovery of penicillin in 1928 by Alexander Fleming is often cited as one of the most important breakthroughs in medical history. Before antibiotics, minor infections could be fatal, and surgery carried enormous risks.”

Paragraph B: “However, the overuse of antibiotics has led to the emergence of resistant bacteria, commonly known as ‘superbugs.’ The World Health Organization has identified antimicrobial resistance as one of the top 10 global health threats.”

Paragraph C: “Researchers are now exploring alternatives to traditional antibiotics, including bacteriophage therapy, antimicrobial peptides, and CRISPR-based approaches. These novel treatments show promise but are still in early stages of development.”

Headings:

• i. A medical revolution
• ii. The growing danger of resistance
• iii. Future solutions to antibiotic failure
• iv. Fleming’s personal history

A → _____ | B → _____ | C → _____

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