UNIT 8 : READING 2
WARM-UP
1. _________ are people who always expect good things to happen.
A. pessimists B. optimists C. scientists D. terrorists
2. Many teenagers show signs of anxiety and _______ when being asked about their future.
A. depress B. depression C. depressing D. depressed
3. No one can predict the future exactly. Things may happen _______.
A. expected B. unexpected C. expectedly D. unexpectedly
4. In the future many large corporations will be wiped out and millions of jobs will be lost.
A. companies B. services C. supermarkets D. farms
5. The more powerful weapons are, the more terrible the _______ is.
A. creativity B. history C. terrorism D. technology

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UNIT 8: LIFE IN THE FUTURE

READING 2
Match the words/phrases in column A with their meaning in column B.
A
B
1. genetic engineering (n)
2. (to) mix
3. (to) deal with
4. intuition(n)
5. perspective(n)
a. trực giác
b. viễn cảnh, triển vọng
c. công nghệ gen
d. có tính chất đổi mới
e. giải quyết, đối phó
6. innovative(adj)
f. trộn, pha lẫn
Read the passage below and choose the best answer to each question.
In the future, genetic engineering will allow us to create the perfect human. It will be hard to get used to. Parents will order a baby who `will grow up to become his new job because he is not quite prepared a genius or to have a Miss World appearance. Also, genetic engineering will allow us to mix plants and animals.

As computers have advanced, they have helped us remember, calculate, organize, and clarify. So it will become easier to deal with things, and much quicker. At a point in a future time, some may claim that computers become about as smart as Newton or Einstein. More advanced computers will be able to be creative, respond to feelings in a feeling way, develop intuition, recognize patterns, and suggest innovative alternatives. There is a hope if we choose to take action. We can select Internet information wisely, choose healthy computer games, limit our exposure to television commercials, and select television programs carefully. People will be aware of the importance of keeping active, getting outside to do more physical activities. We will also plan to make a major sacrifice the next time we buy a car, take the bus. Everybody will be more concerned about making environmentally friendly choices, eating healthy, and helping build a healthier society by shopping at better stores that sell better food.

Most people will be aware that a happy, loving family is a joy to be part of, and that it is a necessary foundation for building a strong society. But it is extremely important for our future that we maintain a healthy perspective. We need to value and appreciate the importance of what can be achieved by loving and committed parents. People need a strong foundation, so it is vital for our society that we encourage parents to work at creating love, joy, and happiness for their children in a decent, stable, and productive atmosphere.
In the future, genetic engineering will allow us to create the perfect human. It will be hard to get used to. Parents will order a baby who `will grow up to become his new job because he is not quite prepared a genius or to have a Miss World appearance. Also, genetic engineering will allow us to mix plants and animals.
As computers have advanced, they have helped us remember, calculate, organize, and clarify. So it will become easier to deal with things, and much quicker. At a point in a future time, some may claim that computers become about as smart as Newton or Einstein. More advanced computers will be able to be creative, respond to feelings in a feeling way, develop intuition, recognize patterns, and suggest innovative alternatives. There is a hope if we choose to take action. We can select Internet information wisely, choose healthy computer games, limit our exposure to television commercials, and select television programs carefully. People will be aware of the importance of keeping active, getting outside to do more physical activities. We will also plan to make a major sacrifice the next time we buy a car, take the bus. Everybody will be more concerned about making environmentally friendly choices, eating healthy, and helping build a healthier society by shopping at better stores that sell better food.
Most people will be aware that a happy, loving family is a joy to be part of, and that it is a necessary foundation for building a strong society. But it is extremely important for our future that we maintain a healthy perspective. We need to value and appreciate the importance of what can be achieved by loving and committed parents. People need a strong foundation, so it is vital for our society that we encourage parents to work at creating love, joy, and happiness for their children in a decent, stable, and productive atmosphere.
1. How many aspects of life in the future are referred in the text?
A. One                                  B. Two                             C. Three                   D. Four
In the future, genetic engineering will allow us to create the perfect human. It will be hard to get used to. Parents will order a baby who `will grow up to become his new job because he is not quite prepared a genius or to have a Miss World appearance. Also, genetic engineering will allow us to mix plants and animals.
As computers have advanced, they have helped us remember, calculate, organize, and clarify. So it will become easier to deal with things, and much quicker. At a point in a future time, some may claim that computers become about as smart as Newton or Einstein. More advanced computers will be able to be creative, respond to feelings in a feeling way, develop intuition, recognize patterns, and suggest innovative alternatives. There is a hope if we choose to take action. We can select Internet information wisely, choose healthy computer games, limit our exposure to television commercials, and select television programs carefully. People will be aware of the importance of keeping active, getting outside to do more physical activities. We will also plan to make a major sacrifice the next time we buy a car, take the bus. Everybody will be more concerned about making environmentally friendly choices, eating healthy, and helping build a healthier society by shopping at better stores that sell better food.
Most people will be aware that a happy, loving family is a joy to be part of, and that it is a necessary foundation for building a strong society. But it is extremely important for our future that we maintain a healthy perspective. We need to value and appreciate the importance of what can be achieved by loving and committed parents. People need a strong foundation, so it is vital for our society that we encourage parents to work at creating love, joy, and happiness for their children in a decent, stable, and productive atmosphere.
2. Which aspect is not referred in the text?
A. Education                        B. Genetic Engineering     C. Computers          D. Family
In the future, genetic engineering will allow us to create the perfect human. It will be hard to get used to. Parents will order a baby who will grow up to become his new job because he is not quite prepared a genius or to have a Miss World appearance. Also, genetic engineering will allow us to mix plants and animals.
As computers have advanced, they have helped us remember, calculate, organize, and clarify. So it will become easier to deal with things, and much quicker. At a point in a future time, some may claim that computers become about as smart as Newton or Einstein. More advanced computers will be able to be creative, respond to feelings in a feeling way, develop intuition, recognize patterns, and suggest innovative alternatives. There is a hope if we choose to take action. We can select Internet information wisely, choose healthy computer games, limit our exposure to television commercials, and select television programs carefully. People will be aware of the importance of keeping active, getting outside to do more physical activities. We will also plan to make a major sacrifice the next time we buy a car, take the bus. Everybody will be more concerned about making environmentally friendly choices, eating healthy, and helping build a healthier society by shopping at better stores that sell better food.
3. The phrase to have a Miss World appearance means that _______.
A. to become a Miss World B. to enter a beauty contest  
C. to be intelligent          D. to be beautiful
In the future, genetic engineering will allow us to create the perfect human. It will be hard to get used to. Parents will order a baby who will grow up to become his new job because he is not quite prepared a genius or to have a Miss World appearance. Also, genetic engineering will allow us to mix plants and animals.
As computers have advanced, they have helped us remember, calculate, organize, and clarify. So it will become easier to deal with things, and much quicker. At a point in a future time, some may claim that computers become about as smart as Newton or Einstein. More advanced computers will be able to be creative, respond to feelings in a feeling way, develop intuition, recognize patterns, and suggest innovative alternatives. There is a hope if we choose to take action. We can select Internet information wisely, choose healthy computer games, limit our exposure to television commercials, and select television programs carefully. People will be aware of the importance of keeping active, getting outside to do more physical activities. We will also plan to make a major sacrifice the next time we buy a car, take the bus. Everybody will be more concerned about making environmentally friendly choices, eating healthy, and helping build a healthier society by shopping at better stores that sell better food.
4. According to the text, in the future, _______.
A. it will be difficult for us to select Internet information
B. people will prefer taking a bus to buying a car
C. food will not be sold at shops
D. TV viewers will not be able to escape from seeing a lot of advertising.
Most people will be aware that a happy, loving family is a joy to be part of, and that it is a necessary foundation for building a strong society. But it is extremely important for our future that we maintain a healthy perspective. We need to value and appreciate the importance of what can be achieved by loving and committed parents. People need a strong foundation, so it is vital for our society that we encourage parents to work at creating love, joy, and happiness for their children in a decent, stable, and productive atmosphere.
5. The last paragraph is about _______.
A. family and parents` responsibility in the future B. children`s education
C. children`s health  D. how to build a strong society
Read the passage and Choose the letter A, B, C or D to complete the passage below
People have always dreamt of living forever. Although we all know this will (1)___ happen, we still want to live as long as possible. Really, there are advantages and disadvantages of a long life. In the first place, people who live longer can spend more time with their family and friends. Secondly, (2)___ have busy working lives look forward to a long, relaxing life, when they can do the things they never had time for.
(3)___, there are some serious disadvantages. Firstly, many people become ill and consequently have to spend time in hospital or become burden on the children and friends. Many of them find this (4)___ annoying or embarrassing. In addition to this, the older people get, the fewer friends they seem to have because old friends die or become ill and its often difficult to make new friends.
To sum up, living to a very old age is worthwhile for those who stay (5)_________ to remain independent and enjoy life.
1. A. hardly B. not C. never D. all are correct
2. A. people       B. people who       C. they       D. everyone who

3. A. In other words B. For example       C. On the other hand       D. Contrary to
( không bao giờ)
N người + who + V
( mặt khác)
People have always dreamt of living forever. Although we all know this will (1)___ happen, we still want to live as long as possible. Really, there are advantages and disadvantages of a long life. In the first place, people who live longer can spend more time with their family and friends. Secondly, (2)___ have busy working lives look forward to a long, relaxing life, when they can do the things they never had time for.
(3)___, there are some serious disadvantages. Firstly, many people become ill and consequently have to spend time in hospital or become burden on the children and friends. Many of them find this (4)___ annoying or embarrassing. In addition to this, the older people get, the fewer friends they seem to have because old friends die or become ill and its often difficult to make new friends.
To sum up, living to a very old age is worthwhile for those who stay (5)_________ to remain independent and enjoy life.
4. A. dependence B. behaviour        C. habit       D. condition

5. A. healthy enough B. enough healthy      C. also healthy       D. even health
( sự phụ thuộc)
( adj. + enough)
Homework
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