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Unit 1: THE GENERATION GAP A PHONETICS Put the stress mark (') before the stressed syllable in these words Then practise reading the sentences with the correct stress Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí quý thầy cô cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết If the children become independent, it will be good as they can make their own decisions whether they are right or wrong Some parents spend too little time communicating with and listening to their children Children have to discuss serious things or big decisions with their parents as it shows respect to them Corporal punishment is not allowed since this may cause a serious impact on their children’s development Every home should have a list of family rules which state expectations for behaviour It is important to inform the family before going out anywhere B VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR I Match a type of family in column A with its definition in column B, writing the answer in each blank Answer Types of families Definitions Nuclear family Extended family Single-parent family Blended family Childless family Grandparent family Homosexual family Adoptive family Foster family 10 Co-custody family A a family where one or more of the children has been adopted B it consists of a husband and wife living and working together without any child C an arrangement where divorced parents both have legal responsibility for their children Children may alternatively live with both parents or live with one and have regular visitation with the other D a family unit in which the grandparents raise their grandchildren for a variety of reasons They need to go back to work or find additional sources of income to help raise their grandchildren E a family unit which includes grandparents, uncles, aunts in addition to parents and children F a family where one or more of the children is legally a temporary member of the household G a family unit in which a mother or father heads the family alone H a family consisting of two parents and their children, not including grandparents, uncles, aunts, etc I a family in which the adults are the same sex J it is formed when a divorced or widowed parent remarries II Fill in each blank with the correct word from the box There are two extra words stressed encouragement behave skills fun closer safe precious The benefits of family management also include: - bringing family members (1) _ together easier values - making it (2) _ for grown-ups and children to talk Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí quý thầy cô cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết - making everyone more organised and less (3) _ - making the most of (4) _ time and finances - helping adults deal with the way children (5) _ - providing a way of passing on your family (6) _ - helping children develop important social (7) _ for life - helping your family find more time to have (8) _ together III Fill in each blank with ONE suitable word There are several steps that can help all family members be consistent to follow the rules - Parents can (1) _ about what rules would help their family and agree which ones to set - Parents can post the rules in the house so everyone can (2) _ them - Parents can have conversations with other adults who (3) _ for their children about the rules This helps make sure everyone knows what is allowed and not allowed - Parents can (4) _ all other members to be consistent in following the rules - Parents can (5) _ children about the rules Repeating the rules and posting them in the home are all good ways to make children remember the rules IV Fill in each blank in the following sentences with the correct word from the box respectful curfews babysitter attitude burden values siblings peacemaker impose mature Research shows that rituals can strengthen your family’s _ and help pass them on to your children Children object the fact that parents try to _ curfews and set time aside for studying sessions A generation gap is usually defined as the difference in values, _ and behavior between one generation and the next No hurting anyone’s feelings or body, and asking permission to borrow other people’s belongings are examples of _ behavior As children get older and more _, the rules can develop with them If household chores are shared, the _ is lighter on everyone Family rules might include specific bedtimes, chores, _ and other behaviors A _ is a person who tries to persuade people to stop arguing or fighting A _ is a person who takes care of babies or children while their parents are away from home 10 I have three _: two brothers and a sister V Fill in each blank in the essay about extended families with ONE suitable word Families are the most important parts of our society If the families in a community are strong, it means this community is much more (1) _ In my opinion, having extended families to live together is the best for some reasons First of all, if you live in an extended family, it means there are always some people (2) _ are willing to help you whenever you need It is very beneficial if you are in a bad situation For instance, one of my friends lives with his grandfather He had a terrible accident last week and his grandfather, who has been retired, looked (3) _ him all week This experience (4) _ me think that, extended families are good for everyone when they need help Moreover, living in an extended family (5) _ an amazing opportunity to spend time together When your relatives live far away from each other, therefore, you can see each other only on holidays If you live with your extended family, you will have a (6) _ to spend more time with them Furthermore, it is good to live in extended families to share the house expenses If you live in a city, you must pay rent, gas and electricity (7) _ as well as for credit cards etc It is really hard to pay them alone, but if you live with your extended family it means, you can share all the expenses In conclusion, living in an extended family brings a lot of (8) _ Members in extended families can help each other and have a(n) (9) _ to see each other Because of all these reasons, it is better to live in an extended families than in a(n) (10) _ family Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết VI Match each word (1-8) with another word (a-h) to make a compound noun, then fill in each blank the appropriate word corresponding to the meaning l air back bed country day dead feed ran а break b way c side d line e mail f ground g time h back A : the system for sending letters by plane B : the type of family you come from C : the time that you usually go to bed D : land which is away from the city E : the time in the early morning when light first appears F : a time before which something must be done G : opinion about something to inform whether it is successful or liked H : a long hard piece of ground where airplanes take off or land VII.You are having dinner with people you don’t know well Which of the things below should you and which shouldn't you in your culture? You speak with your mouth full You wait for the others before you start eating You eat with your fingers You make a noise when you drink something You use a spoon for soup You put your chopsticks and spoons on the plate when you finish VIII Choose the correct modal verb to complete the sentences In a park, you (must/mustn’t) _ walk on the grass On a bus, you (must/mustn’t) _ talk to the driver In a library, students (may/must) _ borrow up to six books In an exam, students (must/mustn’t) _ answer all the questions To ride a motorbike, students (must/have to) _ be over 16 years old In a hotel, guests (must/ have to) _ use the exit only in an emergency IX Ann is still at school Her brother, Ed, left school last year Complete the conversation with have to / don’t have to and the verbs in the box answer worry Ann: Ed: Ann: be get up write find try wear (x2) You’re so lucky! You (1) _ early every day and go to school Yes, I know, but now I (2) _ a job That’s not so bad At least you (3) _ homework every night Ed: Right, but I (4) _ application letters and make lots of phone calls It’s boring! Ann: Not as boring as school! And you (5) _ a horrible uniform! Ed: Well, no, but I (6) _ smart clothes when I go to a job interview Ann: Hmm But you (7) _ the teacher’s questions all day Ed: What about the questions at the interview? I (8) _ to answer those Ann: OK, but you (9) _ about the exams Ed: Well, I (10) _ good at my job all week, or my boss dismiss me! Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết C READING I Read the passage, and then decide whether the statements are true (T) or false (F) Family rules help children understand which behaviors are acceptable and not acceptable As children grow, they will be in places where they have to follow rules Following rules at home can help children learn to follow rules in other places It is normal for children to break rules and test limits Breaking a rule is a child’s way of learning about his world Remember, young kids sometimes break rules because they simply forget Not all broken rules occur because kids are testing the limits For family rules to work well, everyone needs to know, understand, and follow the rules By doing this, children don’t get confused about the family rules For example, you may feel that jumping on the bed is a dangerous behavior You set a family rule that, “The bed will be used only for sitting, lying, or sleeping.” If another adult jumps on the bed, your child may be confused Your child may think this behavior is sometimes okay This is true for parents, grandparents, or any other adult in your child’s life The number of rules you set depends on your child’s ability to understand and remember It is also hard for parents to consistently enforce lots of new rules For young children, focus on only two or three of the most important rules at any one time As your child learns a rule and is following it consistently, you can add new rules T F Family rules are useful for children’s future life Sometimes a child breaks the rule to experience the world around him All the children who break the rules are stubborn and bad Family rules should be applied the same to all members Young children are interested in new rules and follow them consistently It is difficult to set the same number of rules for all the families II Read the passage about parent teenager problems, and then answer the questions Parent Teenager Problems Parent teenager problems are a common thing in most households Reasons for problems between teenagers and parents vary greatly, and each situation is different another, but there are common reasons for parent teenager problems First, a teenager is getting bad grades at school This can cause a problem because the parents of a teen who is not getting the best grades in school will be worried about him graduating from high school and getting into college Also, if a teen gets bad grades, he probably will not get any scholarships for school, which can be a hardship on parents Next, a teen is hanging out with a bad crowd A teenager who has friends that things their parents not approve of can end up doing those things too, and the teen's friends will probably not be received well by the parents Then, a parent who is very strict with their teenager will probably have problems with him at some point It is important to be firm, but not very firm, since this may make a teenager want to rebel even more If you are having problems with your parents, you will probably want to fix them Lack of communication causes a lot of problems between parents and teenagers It is important for both parties to communicate You should things together with your parents, such as going to a movie or playing board games, or go to a family counselor Fixing a family problem might seem hard, but as long as everyone communicates his or her feelings, everything should work out in the end Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết What are the common reasons for parent teenager problems? _ What are the effects of bad grades of a teen at school? _ Why parents worry when their teen is hanging out with a bad crowd? _ When does a teenager want to rebel? _ What are the ways to fix the problems between parents and their teens? _ III Read the passage about family rules, and then answer the questions Just like any institution, a family also needs rules Rules are very important because they keep things in order For a family, rules are as necessary as food and clothing The rules are very important because they maintain peace and order in the family For example, children should respect and listen to their parents If there are decisions to be made, for example, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up It would be better if everybody is involved in making the decision of important matters Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship among family members Parents are there the pillars of the family and to guide the children to be responsible and practise good values Rules teach children to become more responsible and have discipline not only at home but especially outside of the home When there are rules to follow, the children will know what they should and should not Rules help to avoid conflict and misunderstanding that may lead to fights and aggression especially among children Parents should set rules for the children to follow to avoid quarrels and fights There are times when children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents not interfere but when parents set the rules and let the children follow there will be fewer or no conflicts Why are family rules important? _ Who should be involved in making the decision of important matters? _ What is the role of parents in family life? _ What are the benefits of family rules for children? _ What can family rules prevent? _ Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết IV Read the blog, and the tasks that follow Teen Advice Blog Share your worries and opinions with other teens Zoe: Posted yesterday at 17:10 Madonna Fan Mother My problem is my mum! She’s really nice and I get on well with her I sometimes argue with her about little things, but nothing important All my friends love her - she’s great fun When she was at my age, Madonna was really popular and Mum was a fan - she wore miniskirts and leggings, lots of jewellery, and dyed her hair blond I think she wanted to be Madonna! She was only sixteen so it was okay However, she still wears leggings and short denim skirts now, and I can’t stand it She even uploads photos of herself onto her homepage, so all my online friends can see her What can I do? Benny: Posted today at 13:21 You’re lucky to have a cool mum - my mum is so conservative She wears baggy jeans, and long skirts, and she never wears jewellery Although she’s only thirty-seven, everybody thinks she’s older because her clothes are old-fashioned One friend even thought she was my grandmother! Your mum should give my mum some fashion advice! Jolie: Posted today at 11:10 I agree with you, Zoe My problem is my father He loves T-shirts with bad slogans like, “This is what a cool dad looks like.” JJR: Posted today at 7:45 I think your mum’s cool But why are you friends with her online??!!?? She’s your mother, not your friend! Zoe: Posted today at 21:01 My mum got me a fantastic new laptop for my birthday, so when she wanted to be my online friend, I couldn’t say no! Sometimes, she’s at work and I’m at home, and she wants to have a real-time chat with me online! I just go offline I love chatting to my friends, but I can chat to Mum when I get home Ross: Posted yesterday at 17:26 Zoe, your mum wants to stay young, and why not? Her generation wore denim miniskirts before our generation You say she’s great fun - that’s more important than the clothes she wears Most parents don’t understand the virtual world, but you’re lucky - your mother has a homepage and knows how to use it I think that’s great Task 1: What is Zoe’s problem? Circle the correct answer A She thinks her mother looks like Madonna B She wants a new laptop C She doesn’t like her mother’s clothes Task 2: Match the underlined words in the text with the definitions below : a portable computer : connected to the Net : the first page on a website : disconnected from the Net : put something on the Net : in the present Task 3: Read the blog again Are the sentences true (T) or false (F)? T F Zoe’s friends get on well with her mother Zoe’s mother wears normal clothes for per age Benny’s mother looks old for her age Jolie’s father likes slogans JJR thinks it’s okay for Zoe to be online friends with her mother Zoe likes chatting to her mother online Zoe couldn’t say no to her mother’s offer to be her online friend due to her new laptop Ross thinks Zoe’s mother is different from most other mothers Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết V Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question Dating Customs Around the World Dating is rare in Afghanistan because most marriages are arranged by parents, and schools are separate for boys and girls The opportunities to meet are rare Girls have a 7:00 pm curfew, while boys have an 11:00 pm curfew It is against the law to date in Iran Teens are separated until they are of marrying age, then their families introduce them to each other and sometimes a courtship follows Most teens go out in large groups and don't pair off until they are 18 or 19 years old in Australia Giris often ask boys out and pay for the date, too Couples" often go to dinner parties, barbecues, or the beach Dating is usually a group event in Europe In Spain, teens join a pandilla, a club for a group of friends with the same interests, like cycling or hiking Dating is done one-to-one and both girls and boys ask each other out and split the cost of the evening's entertainment." In Russia, dates take place at dances or at clubs where teens eat or chat with friends As many as 30 teens may come to a cinema to attend a movie together In small towns, teens meet in the streets downtown or gather around a fountain In Japan and Korea, most high school students don't date or go to parties, but spend their time studying instead Dating begins in college, when only boys the asking and pay for the dates In Muslim countries as Afghanistan and Iran, dating is A arranged by parents B introduced by families C after a courtship D rare or prohibited All of the following are true about dating in Australia EXCEPT that A they often go out in large groups B only girls ask boys out and pay for the date C they are not often in a relationship until the age of 18 or 19 D the most venues for dating are dinner parties, barbecues, or the beach In Spain when having a date, teenagers A with the same interests often go to a club B go cycling or hiking in pairs C boys often pay for the cost of the entertainment D join a pandilla to enjoy the evening’s entertainment In Russia, teenagers A meet in the streets near their houses in small towns B gather around in order to have a fountain C have dating at cinemas, dances, or clubs D may come to a cinema when the number of them is 30 In Japan and Korea, A female college students can ask boys for dating B most college students concentrate on studying instead of dating C dating is very rare for high school students D high school students often go to parties and share the cost D SPEAKING I Complete the conversation with the correct phrases/ clauses below A sorry D I think that’s a bit unfair B I really think E In my opinion C I disagree F What you think? Mum: I’ve told you to tidy your room 100 times! Son: I’m (1) _, but I haven’t had time Mum: Yes, you have Saturday afternoon? Son: (2) _ - I was at the cinema on Saturday Mum: Well, you could it now - (3) _ Son: (4) _, now it isn’t a good time Mum: (5) _ - now it is perfect Off you go! Son: Oh, Mum, (6) _ it’s a bit unfair Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết II Complete the conversation about fights between teenagers and their parents, using the responses (A-G) given There are two extra ones A But these small things can make teens angry because they feel their parents don’t respect them and aren’t giving them space to what they like B But when kids grow up and become teens, they develop their own identity that is different from their parents’ C It can take several years for parents and teens to adjust to their new roles, though In the meantime, concentrate on communicating with your parents as much as you can D In most families, the fact that kids make their own decisions can cause a lot of fighting between teens and parents E For example, if you are willing to clean your room in order to stay out an hour later, both you and your parents walk away with a good deal F The good news about fighting with parents is that they get more comfortable with the idea that their teens have a right to certain opinions and an identity that may be different from theirs G Oh, a lot The clothes you wear, the food you eat, the posters on your bedroom walls, where you go, and the friends you have Sam: Nick, what fights are there between a teenager and the parents? Nick: (1) Sam: Right Our parents often make decisions about everything in our lives Nick: It’s a good thing because small kids need this kind of protection and assistance (2) Sam: I agree with you When we grow up, we can make our own decisions Our parents aren’t used to the new situation yet They only know us as the kid who had everything decided and didn’t mind Nick: (3) We want to cover our walls with new posters but they don’t understand why we don’t like the childish wallpaper anymore Sam: Clashes like these small things are very common between teens and parents Nick: (4) Sam: That’s right And parents also get angry because they disagree with the teens’ decisions Nick: (5) E WRITING I Complete the sentences without changing their meanings It is important for all family members to discuss the rules All family members It is a good idea for young children to receive lots of encouragement to follow family rules Young children Children feel safe and secure with the daily routines The daily routines Every family member shares the household chores The burden is lighter for everyone If _ It is a good idea to hold an informal family meeting to give family members a chance to suggest better ways to share household chores We My parents never refuse to allow me to take part in social activities at school and at the community I am _ Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết II An English teenager has asked you about your family rules and the importance of the family life Complete the following letter of reply with the sentences provided There are two extra ones A My friends encourage me when I am surrounded by problems B It teaches me the value of love, affection, care, truthfulness and self-confidence and provides me tools and suggestions which are necessary to get success in life C And my parents never let me stay up so much late at night D It helps me in improving my personality E I am always willing to tell you all about my family F And one more thing I have to follow is talking on the phone - that is I have to set a limit to my using of the phone G Now I am preparing for the coming tests in several subjects 87 Tran Hung Dao Street Hoan Kiem District, Ha Noi, Viet Nam 25th August, 20 Dear Anna, I have received your letter and I feel so glad when knowing that you have passed your examinations with good marks You want me to tell you about my family rules, and the importance of family in my life? (1) Family rules? It's an interesting topic, isn't it? It may be obvious that every family has its own rules, and mine has a few First, I'm allowed to watch TV during my free time, or when I have finished all my homework and exercises (2) Next, my parents don't permit me to go out with my friends without necessary reasons, for example, my friends ’ birthdays Besides, I have to take a balanced diet to keep fit for my study (3) For me, family is very important part of my everyday life (4) It also helps me in shaping my life (5) _ _ I have told you something about my family rules How about your family rules? Are you ready to let me know about it? I am really excited to hear about it And I look forward to hearing from you soon Best wishes to you! Mai Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí quý thầy cô cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết III.Write complete sentences about parent-child conflicts, using the words/ phrases given in their correct forms You can add some more necessary words, but you have to use all the words given Parent-child conflicts/ occur/ many reasons _ Resolving/ parent-child conflict/ require/ participation/ everyone involved _ Communication/ very useful tool/ resolving conflicts _ Parents/ try/ understand/ what/ a child/ think/ instead of/ criticize/ them/ all the time _ Family rules/ appropriate and fair/ in order/ avoid conflicts _ IV Write a blog reply to Bobby65 Bobby65 My problem is I sometimes argue with my dad When he was young, lie did his homework in his bedroom with no music or TV He thinks I should the same and he can’t stand it when I my homework, listen to music, and I’m online, too Although I can understand why he is worrying, I am very good at multitasking and I always my homework and get good marks I get on well with my dad, but this is one thing we can’t agree on What can I do? Note: - multitask (v) = to different things at the same time Answer: TEST (UNIT 1) I Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined A attitude B casual C financial D change A objection B obey C impose D forbid A privacy B pierce C advice D activity Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí quý thầy cô cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết II Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others A elegant B argument C compassion D comfortable A beneficial B conservative C experienced D responsible III Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences Different people may have different towards clothing because there are no global standards A ways B attitudes C thinking D behaviours Teenage is the period which is full of excitement, experiments and A conflicts B violence C enjoyment D opposing She considers people to be the products of the values and of the society they live in A norms B requirements C situations D behaviours Conflict or fighting between parents also has a negative on children’s sense of safety and security A act B power C impact D force 10 is the state of being a father A Father B Father-in-law C Fatherhood D Fatherland 11 According to the school regulations, you go to school on time on the weekday A should B must C have to D can 12 Children break the rules, or quarrel with parents A must B mustn’t C have to D don’t have to 13 “You come back home before curfew, or you’ll get punishment, son.” A should B shouldn’t C must D don’t have to 14 We fun things together as a family on a regular basis A should B mustn’t C shouldn’t D have to 15 You spit in any situation, or anywhere A have to B don’t have to C must D mustn’t IV Fill In each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box There are some extra words disapproval impact reaction misunderstanding situation devices personality technologies Generation gap is a problem of many people, and almost everybody experiences it Every generation has (16) _, conflicts and problems with other generations Every next generation understands the modem world better They study new (17) _better and faster than previous generations Be sure that your child understands everything and knows a lot about modem life Parents think that they know everything about the world and want to save their children from negative influence of the world and society in particular They want to prevent negative experience of their children But just the opposite thing happens The protest is the (18) _of teens on such care But what should be done to maintain positive atmosphere in the family? First of all, parents should understand that their child is a well-formed (19) _that has his/her own needs Some of these needs should be satisfied You must explain to your child what is wrong A happy and understanding family is always ready to support a child And a child should always remember that its parents are the only people whom it can always rely on Parents are the only people that will help you in any (20) _ Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết V Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage Generation Gap Generation gap is a popular (21) _used to describe the wide differences between members of younger generation and their older A generation gap exists when older and younger people don't understand each other (22) _ their experiences, their opinions, habits, behaviour and life conditions Generation gap can exist between two, or even three generations in a family, between mature and immature generations Firstly, there are some different opinions between parents and children of their career, education and love People live in the old society always think they should (23) _ everything for their children from selections of primary school to job, and then finding a wife or a husband for their children There are many things children want but their parents think (24) _ are unnecessary That causes misunderstanding and (25) _ gaps Secondly, the young generation thinks differently from the old generation does They can be affected by many new fashion (26) _ Life is more modem now, so fashion like recreation, entertainment, clothes, and hairstyle has to be changed to become more (27) _ for busy life The young generation likes listening to pop, rock, hip hop music, but the older generation likes listening to classical music, folk songs There are always gaps between generations Next, the older generation has more experiences than the younger: they know what is right, what is wrong but the younger will comment, deny everything without any experiences (28) _, in some cases, the young generation makes foolish mistakes because of having no experiences In short, parents seldom listen to their children and children always think parents are so strict and conservative To shorten these distances or to (29) _ this big barrier, parents learn experiences from the old one, and the old generation need to refresh their (30) _ to receive the new lifestyle If everyone can that, the gaps will be filled 21 A name B term C description D way 22 A owing B in spite of C because of D with 23 A make B put C change D arrange 24 A which B what C those D that 25 A makes B crosses C does D leaves 26 A situations B occasions C modes D trends 27 A available B suitable C corresponding D accustomed 28 A So B However C With the result D As a result 29 A clear away B clear off C clear up D clear out 30 A brains B minds C heads D bodies VI Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question It is generally accepted that teenage is a difficult period of life for the teenagers and even for the parents Frequent fighting over the most trivial things is one main characteristic of every household with a teenager Parents expect their children to come back home earlier What parents consider the reasonable time limit is not accepted by their teens Curfew and time restrictions become one of the main reasons for fights Teenage is a time when a lot of kids want to show their independence The problem arises when parents, fearing the safety of their teens, often refuse to give them their own bikes or motorbikes This, of course, leads to more fights A decrease in grades due to increasing difficulty level of school work, newer subjects, more socializing is very common among teens but their parents are not sympathetic Parents try to impose studying rules and insist that their teens finish their homework before going out This makes the situation worse That children spend too much time on the phone is one complaint that most parents have The age of smartphones has ensured that kids put their smartphones above almost everything else Parents, however, worry that teens spending too much time on their phones lose out on family time and real human interaction, besides harming their eyes Teenagers develop a taste for unhealthy but delicious fast food, while parents believe that a growing body needs proper nutrition As cold drinks, burgers and pizzas replace wholesome, home cooked meals, parents worry Moreover, teenage is a time when kids become more and more conscious of their weight and body image To achieve the ‘ideal’ thin body type, girls often starve themselves and skip meals Of course, this also leads to a lot of arguments between parents who try to convince their daughters that proper meals are more important than being thin 31 Teenage is a difficult period of life for both the teenagers and the parents because _ A children always the most trivial things in every household B parents expect their children to come back home as they would like to C children spend too much time on their phones, talking to their friends D parents don’t understand what their children think and believe 32 Children would like to have their own bikes or motorbikes _ A to satisfy their parents B to show their independence C lose out on family time and real human interaction D to avoid curfew and time restrictions 33 All of the following are the results why there is a decrease in grades EXCEPT _ A sympathy from parents B newer subjects C higher level of school work D social life 34 Parents believe that _ A teenagers love unhealthy but delicious fast food B children should have a good shape rather than proper nutrition C a growing body requires proper diets and nutrients D cold drinks, burgers and pizzas become more popular 35 The main idea of the passage is _ A different tastes between parents and children in food B common reasons why teenagers fight with parents C curfew and time restriction on children D development of physical and mental aspects during teenage VII.Complete the conversation about fights between teenagers and their parents, using the responses (A-G) given There are two extra ones A Parents want their teens to join the soccer team, but teens don’t want to B I have been in such a situation, I always try harder when I get any bad grade, so my results are getting better and better Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết C For example, sometimes I want to be able to stay out late with my friends, but my parents say no D The most important thing is that teens know the requirements parents have for them are to make them have success in their future E My parents want me to keep my room tidy all the time, and if I don’t they will get upset when our guests come over F Parents would be worried about safety, health and money, while teens feel like they are not as important as their sibling G Teenagers only want the freedom to dress themselves every time they go out, but parents have a list of clothes they consider inappropriate Mai: Have you got any conflicts with your parents, Anna? Anna: Yes, I don’t like the way my parents keeping treating me like a child (36) Mai: I think parents would like to make all decisions for their children and they think it’s good for their kids They don’t know that teens think they are being treated like a child Anna: Mai: That’s right (37) The same to me Sometimes I have so much homework to do, so I try to finish it before tidying my own bedroom My parents misunderstand that it is due to laziness I think the clothes we are wearing can lead to serious problems between parents and their teens Anna: (38) Mai: I’m lucky that my parents don’t impose any rule on my clothes But my parents get angry when I get bad grades in any subject Anna: (39) Mai: I think parent shouldn’t set very high expectations or goals on their kids Anna: I agree with you (40) VIII Complete the sentences without changing their meanings 41 My parents expect me to speak in a polite voice to other people It is my parents’ wish that I 42 I am expected to get home by curfew I should 43 I can visit my classmates at the weekend I am allowed 44 My parents never let me ask for things in the supermarket My parents always refuse 45 It is likely to be more effective to have a few clear and specific rules than a long list A few clear and specific rules IX Write complete sentences about ways to solve parent-child conflicts, using the words/ phrases given in their correct forms You can add some more necessary words, but you have to use all the words given 46 Parents/ more authority, power, and influence/ children _ _ 47 Parents/ set/ limits/ acceptable and unacceptable behaviour/ children _ _ 48 A relationship/ mutual respect/ be developed/ parents/ children _ _ 49 Each person/ conflict/ want/ or/ need/ something different/ what/ the other person/ think _ _ 50 Parents/ always want/ best things/ their children/ but/ they/ also respect/ their children’s privacy/ their thoughts/ bedroom/ phone calls _ _ Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết TEST (UNIT 1) I Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined A childcare B privacy C mature A afford B force C top A compassion B progress C discussion D elegant D norm D pressure II Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others A studious B respectful C financial D extended A curfew B conflict C control D homestay III Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences A child comes to his parents to see that they _ his needs, desires, and ambition A agree B respect C admire D worry Children learn from how they see their parents _: when parents are getting along well, their relationship supports their child’s development A involve B influence C affect D interact Knocking on closed doors before entering can be a great way for children to practice _ behaviors A respecting B respectful C respective D respected Parents should teach children about _ by establishing a rale about knocking on closed doors before entering A loneliness B care C privacy D peace 10 Going into any argument, both sides know that either one is going to change the other’s _ A head B mind C brain D feeling 11 During the examination, students _ keep silent and focus on their own papers A need B can C might D have to 12 We _ make decisions together about what to for special events such as birthdays A should B shouldn’t C have to D don’t have to 13 Parents _ ask too many questions about where children go and what they A should B shouldn’t C must D mustn’t 14 You _ discuss family issues with all family members, including children A must B mustn’t C have to D don’t have to 15 You _ put the knife in your mouth - it’s very dangerous A have to B don’t have to C must D mustn’t IV Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box There are some extra words familiar popular significant foreign upset embarrassing meaningful disrespectful Today's generation lives and breathes technology The child's toys are likely to be electronic in nature, such as computer games to teach letters and numbers The older generation grew up in a time when handwritten letters meant something and texting was a (16) _ word Grandparents are usually going to be (17) _ if the children are texting at the dinner table or checking their smartphone email during a movie or family reunion This is seen as (18) _ to others in the room Older people not understand the social networking phenomenon and many are disturbed by the lack of privacy with which the younger generation lives Privacy seems to have (19) _ meaning for today's children and even adults Most young people change careers at least once if not more often during a lifetime, and freelancing is becoming a (20) _ alternative to the nine-to-five working week Younger family members can become "permanent students", looking for more and more education Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết V Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage Generation gap refers to the difference in the ways of thinking and perception in the people of two different generations which results in behavioral differences, and sometimes, (21) _ between them In other words, it is the difference in the thinking of the people of the older and younger generations that creates the (22) _ of understanding between them The most common example of generation gap is seen in the family between parents and their children It is not only because of the gap in age but also because of the way parents (23) _ to a particular situation Advancement technology has led to the generation gap in this modem world Children tend to spend most of their time with their digital devices and busy with social media that they not discuss their problems with their parents The Internet (24) _ solutions to most of the problems that children needn’t ask their own parents for help, (25) _ the communication and leading to a generation gap Generation gap occurs not only between parents and children but also between teachers and students Students are likely to enjoy the classes of an open-minded teacher, who shows mutual (26) _ to the students The teachers, who tend to keep their students under unnecessary strict disciplines and practise hard ways to make them obey the orders, are usually disliked by the students This narrows minded thinking, especially (27) _ in the teachers of the older generation, eventually creates a gap between the students and teachers Another difference is the use of technology Young teachers tend to use more digital devices in class for their lessons that has a good (28) _ on the students Students take more interest and participate actively in the class discussion An old teacher has (29) _ frequent use of electronic devices that makes lessons boring, which is not enjoyed by the students and it creates a gap between them To (30) _ the generation gap, parents or teachers must be close to their children They should show interest and give time to the children, have open communication, and allow the child to feel free in all the situations 21 A opposition 22 A lack 23 A behave 24 A sets 25 A reduce 26 A respect 27 A watched 28 A impact 29 A fewer 30 A give up B wars B shortage B react B allows B to reduce B politeness B met B force B more B reduce C conflicts C failure C change C shows C reducing C benefit C seen C power C less C make D sympathy D miss D experience D provides D being reduced D friend D considered D act D much D leave Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết VI Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question Generation Gap: Causes and Solutions Parents have a common complaint that their children after a certain age tend to disrespect them They look for more freedom and enjoy the company of their friends rather than staying at home These all are the changes when the kids grow from teenagers to adulthood This is the time when they want to be treated as big but the parents still consider them small They want to take their own decisions but they can’t because parents are there to take any important decisions about their children So these issues sometimes create a problem and this is when the generation gap comes in There are lots of activities which interest the kids more but parents are not willing with it Instead of arguing with children and avoiding the discussion, it will be good that parents take a step forward and talk to their children Parents are the best friend of their children as they act as both good parents and friends As parents have spent a large amount of their time with their kids, so it is necessary that parents understand what their children are saying and how it can affect their life Any suggestions coming from parents can never be wrong, so teenagers should trust in them as they always want their children to progress in life Communication is the best way to bridge the gap and find a perfect solution Parents should sit with their children and talk about their needs so that parents know their children’s expectations Parents can also listen to their problems and look for a solution which is-best for them Parents mustn’t force them to anything without interest but make them aware of their duties so that they it willingly As you are dealing with teenagers, you need to keep yourself in their situation and then think about it If parents feel that their children are disrespecting, they then tell that if their children want respect, they need to give it to other people too This is a lifetime lesson which they need to leam as it is not limited to their home but also when they go out and work in any organization Children must understand their limitations If they go beyond that, it will be difficult for them It is the duty of the parents that they make their kids understand their limitation and define a boundary for them This is done for the benefit of the children so that they know what is right and what is wrong for them 31 One of the main reasons of the generation gap is that A children can make their own decisions B children were not able to make their own decisions C the problems of the generation gap to be small D children are being treated as a child 32 Teenagers should trust their parents because A parents are their best friends and they always want their children to make progress B children understand what they are saying and what can affect their life C parents always treat their children as they are still young, and listen to them D parents have spent a large amount of their time at work and at home with their kids 33 In order to bridge the generation gap, one can all of the following EXCEPT A parents should have chats with their children to know their children’s expectations B parents should listen to their children’s problems and look for a solution C parents don’t have to force their children to anything without interest D parents should make their children aware of their duties so that they it willingly 34 In order to solve the problem of disrespect from children, parents should show that A children should go out more often and work in any organization B if children want respect, they need to show it to their parents too C parents are not willing with their children’s inappropriate activities D parents are there to take any important decisions about their children 35 One of the solutions to the problem of the generation gap is that A parents make their children know their limitations and their own boundary B parents must understand their limitations and define a boundary for them C children should know what is right and what is wrong for both parents and children D children realized that if parents go beyond their limitations they’ll have problems Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí quý thầy cô cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết VII Complete the conversation, using the responses (A-G) given There are two extra ones A My friends get the permission to modem appliances, but I cannot get the permission for B Besides the curfew, there is a comparison fight Everyone hates to be compared C We love our parents, but misunderstandings have become a daily thing D According to our parents we never eat healthy food; they think we are only surviving on burgers and fries E So our parents are cool with us wearing short dresses, but when that dress turns out to be super short, the lecture is beginning! F Yes, my parents keep shouting at when I spend time on social networks communicating with my friends G We have grown up and want to stay out late with our friends, but our parents say no Nam: Do you live in a nuclear or an extended family, Sam? Sam: I live in a nuclear family with my parents and my younger sister Nam: Is there a generation gap in your family? Sam: Maybe (36) _ Nam: Really? Do they complain about your using cell phone? Sam: (37) Nam: My parents often ask me to come home early How about you? Sam: (38) I feel that I am being treated as a child Nam: Parents often set the curfew, and when kids don’t show up parents get worried The worry slowly changes into anger and that leads to an argument Sam: (39) My parents sometimes compare me with others I don’t like it Well, you know what will follow Nam: I agree with you No two people are the same Do your parents allow you to use the new hi-tech appliances? Sam: (40) Nam: I see When parents try to stop teens from using these devices, they feel angry VIII Complete the sentences without changing their meanings 41 Children can take part in the rule-making process Children are allowed _ 42 It is useful for many families to write down a set of rules about how family members are expected to behave Many families find 43 Many parents think that it’s a good idea to make the rules public by sticking them on the fridge Many parents think that they _ 44 It is necessary for young children to get supervision and support to follow family rules Young children will _ 45 It is important for a family to have rules about safe behaviour, including rales about alcohol use, dating and curfew A family must IX Write complete sentences about benefits of family rules, using the words/ phrases given in their correct forms You can add some more necessary words, but you have to use all the words given 46 Rules/ help/ your family members/ get along/ better/ and/ make/ family life/ peaceful _ 47 Effective rules/ positive statements/ how/ your family/ want/ look after/ and/ treat its members _ 48 Family rules/ help/ children/ young people/ learn/ where/ limits/ be/ and/ what/ expected/ them _ 49 It/ important/ involve/ all members/ the family/ much/ possible/ when/ developing/ family rules _ 50 As/ children/ get older/ they/ contribute/ even more/ decide/ what the rules/ be/ as well as/ the consequences/ breaking them _ ...- making it (2) _ for grown-ups and children to talk Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí quý thầy cô cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết - making everyone... live in an extended families than in a(n) (10) _ family Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết VI Match each word (1-8)... I (10) _ good at my job all week, or my boss dismiss me! Nhóm bán tài liệu tiếng anh 10-11-12 Lưu Hoằng Trí q thầy cần liên hệ Zalo 0988166193 để biết thêm chi tiết C READING I Read the