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LESSON 7

Life stories we
admire
COMMUNICATION &
CULTURE / CLIL

LESSON 7

WARM-UP

COMMUNICATION &
CULTURE / CLIL
Game: Who says it?

EVERYDAY
ENGLISH

• Task 1: Listen and complete the
conversations.
• Task 2: Make similar conversations.
• Task 1: Read the text and complete
the comparison table.
• Task 2: Discuss the questions.

CLIL

CONSOLIDATION

• Wrap-up
• Homework

WARM-UP

Game: Who says it?
- There are 6 famous sayings by famous people on the slides.
- Say who said that.

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WARM-UP

Question 1

“Genius is one percent inspiration,
ninety-nine percent perspiration.”

 Thomas Edison
BACK

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Question 2
“Stay hungry, stay foolish”
"Hãy cứ khát khao. Hãy cứ dại khờ."

 Steve Jobs
BACK

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Question 3
“Life is like riding a bicycle.
To keep your balance, you must keep
 Albertmoving.”
Einstein
Cuộc sống giống như đi xe đạp.
Bạn phải liên tục di chuyển để giữ cân bằng
BACK

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Question 4
“If you want something said, ask a man; if
you want something done, ask a woman.”
 Margaret Thatcher
BACK

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Question 5
“That's one small step for a man, a giant
leap for mankind.”
 Neil Armstrong
Đó là một bước nhỏ của một người,
nhưng là bước tiến lớn của nhân loại.
BACK

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Question 6
“To be or not to be, that is the
question.”
 William Shakespeare
Tồn tại hay không tồn tại, đó là câu hỏi
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Uni
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LESSON 7

Life stories we
admire
COMMUNICATION &
CULTURE / CLIL

EVERYDAY ENGLISH
1 Listen and complete the conversations.

1
Mark: (1) ____________________
I'm on top of the ! I've just learnt
that my poem
about Viet Nam's national heroes
world
has won the first prize in the poetry competition
for teenagers.
so happy for you It's a very inspiring
Nam: (2) I'm
_________________!
poem.

EVERYDAY ENGLISH
1 Listen and complete the conversations.
2
Phong: I took part in a public-speaking event and gave a
talk about Steve Jobs' innovations in technology. (3)
__________________
to be among so many talented
It was such a
speakers. They invited me to give another presentation.
pleasure
Mai: (4) ______________!
That's fantastic I've always thought you're a
great speaker.

EVERYDAY ENGLISH

EVERYDAY ENGLISH
2. Make similar conversations.

Sample conversation:
B: I'm on cloud nine! My article about Steve Job's
life and achievements has just been published in
the local newspaper!
A: Wow! I'm so happy for you! You've worked so
hard on it! 

II. CULTURE
1 Read the following text and complete the comparison table on page 18.
Cleopatra VII

Elizabeth I

Catherine II

Country

Egypt

(1) _________
England

(2) _________
Russia

Years of being
queen

(3) _________
21

45

(4) _________
34

Characteristics

determined,
intelligent

determined,
intelligent

intelligent, ambitious

(5) saved
_________
her

(6) defeated
_________the

Achievements

country from
becoming part
of the expanding
Roman Empire

expanded the Russian Empire;
powerful Spanish improved education for
Navy; encouraged children and women;
encouraged great
the development developments in architecture,
trade, and culture
of arts

CULTURE
2 Work in groups. Discuss the questions.
Do you know any female rulers or famous
women in Vietnamese history? Share what
you know about them.

Hai Ba Trung

LE CHAN
a Vietnamese female general 

Nguyễn Thị Minh
Khai

LE CHAN - a Vietnamese female general 
1. What is Le Chan best known for?
Le Chan is best known for being the founder of Hai Phong and her role in
the Trung Sisters' uprising against Han Chinese rule.
2. Where was Le Chan born?
Le Chan was born in An Bien village, Dong Trieu district, now part of
Quang Ninh province.
3. Why is Le Chan considered a national heroine?
Le Chan is considered a national heroine because of her leadership,
resilience, and contributions to reclaiming and developing the coastal
areas, as well as her role in the fight for Vietnamese independence.
4. When are the Nghe Temple and An Bien Temple Festivals
held?
The Nghe Temple and An Bien Temple Festivals are held annually from
the 8th to the 10th of February of the lunar calendar.
5. What are some traditional offerings during the Le Chan
commemoration festivals?
Traditional offerings include flowers, fruits, sticky rice, pig, giay cakes,

6. How can I learn more about Le Chan during my visit to Hai
Phong?
You can learn more about Le Chan by visiting Nghe Temple and An Bien
Temple, exploring local museums, and participating in cultural events.
7. What role did Le Chan play in the Trung Sisters' uprising?
Le Chan led her troops from An Bien to join the Trung Sisters and was
appointed as the “Chief of Command” and commander of Hai Tan Defense
for her contributions.
8. How does Le Chan's legacy influence Hai Phong today?
Le Chan's legacy influences Hai Phong by shaping its cultural identity,
community spirit, and commitment to preserving its historical heritage.
9. What kind of values did Le Chan represent?
Le Chan represented values such as resilience, patriotism, leadership,
community development, and unwavering will.
10. Can SIXT.VN help me plan a trip to Hai Phong to explore Le
Chan's historical sites?
Yes, SIXT.VN offers comprehensive travel services including airport
transfers, hotel bookings, guided tours, and customizable tour packages

Le Chan was a Vietnamese female
general who lived during the 1st century
AD and is venerated as the founder of Hai
Phong. She is celebrated for her leadership
in reclaiming coastal areas and her
significant role in the Trung Sisters' uprising
against the Han Chinese rule. Her story
embodies resilience, patriotism, and the
spirit of community development.

•Hai Ba Trung: 
The Trung sisters were
military leaders who led
the people against the
colonial government of
the Han Dynasty. They
are regarded as national
heroines of Viet Nam.
They were both well
educated.

CONSOLIDATI
ON
1 Wrap-up

What have you learnt today?
• Gain knowledge about some famous queens of the world;
• Review expressions for expressing pleasure and happiness
and responding;
• Talk about some famous queens in Vietnam.

CONSOLIDATI
ON
2 Homework

- Do exercises in the workbook.
- Prepare for the next lesson – Looking back and
Project.

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