BÍ kíp NHỚ từ VỰNG TIẾNG ANH SIÊU tốc cô vũ mai phương

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KHÓA HỌC “BÍ KÍP NHỚ TỪ VỰNG TIẾNG ANH SIÊU TỐC”

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A- HỌC TỪ VỰNG QUA TRANH: WEATHER - THỜI TIẾT

Using verbs to describe the weather

The sun is shining

It's drizzling

The wind is blowing

It's raining (The rain is falling.)


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It's hailing

It's pouring (The rain is pouring down.)

It's snowing (The snow is falling.)

It's thundering
Using adjectives to describe the weather

Sweltering = It's sweltering. or It's a sweltering day.

Freezing = It's freezing. or It's a freezing day.

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Warm = It's warm. or It's a warm day.

Cold = It's cold. or It's a cold day.

Sunny = It's sunny. or It's a sunny day.

Cloudy = It's cloudy. or It's a cloudy day.

Clear = It's clear. or It's a clear day.

Stormy = It's stormy. or It's a stormy day.


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Misty = It's misty. or It's a misty day.

Foggy = It's foggy. or It's a foggy day.

Breezy = It's breezy. or It's a breezy day

Windy = It's windy. or It's a windy day.

Showery = It's showery. or It's a showery day.

Rainy = It's rainy. or It's a rainy day.

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Frosty = It's frosty. or It's a frosty day.

Snowy = It's snowy. or It's a snowy day.

Icy = It's icy. or It's an icy day.

Drizzly = It's drizzly. or It's a drizzly day.

. Dry = It's dry. or It's a dry day.

Wet = It's wet. or It's a wet day.


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Other things associated with the weather

sunshine

lightning

puddles

raindrops

hailstones

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snowflakes

frost

The weather forecast

flood

drought


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tidalwave

tornado / twister
Atlantic / Eastern Pacific =
a hurricane


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1. cloudy 2. Partly cloudly 3. Windy 4. Rainy 5. Sunny 6. Snowy 7. Stormy 8. Lightning


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Good morning. The weather in Samut Prakan today is not very good. There is a lot of cloud

and rain. The sky is not clear. It is raining. It will rain tomorrow too.
1 Is the sky clear?
No, it isn't.
Yes, it is.
2 What is the weather tomorrow?
Raining.
Snowing.
Cloudy.
Sunny.
3 What is the weather like in Samut Prakan?
It's rainy.
It's sunny.
It's hot.
It's cold.
4 What season is it?
Autumn.
Summer.
Winter.
Rainy season.
5 Is it morning or afternoon?
Afternoon
Morning.

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It's a lovely day. The sun is _______ and the sky is blue.A blowing B raining C shining D
sunning
It's _______. Take an umbrella.A raining B falling C shining D blowing
My hands are blue! It's so ____. I need to put on my gloves.A hot B warm C cool D cold
You need a lot of ____ to ski in the mountains.A sun B cloud C water D snow
It was a grey day. We couldn't see the sun because of the ______.A wind B weather C clouds D
sky
In winter, the ___________ is very low in Canada.A climate B heat C temperature D degree
It's so cold - look. There is ___ on the river. You can walk on it. Maybe it's thick enough to try
skating.A ice B frost C mist D snow


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8 Drive slowly. It's difficult to see anything because of the ___.A damp B sun C fog D grey
9 There was a great _____ last night. I couldn't sleep at all.A breeze B storm C thunder D rain
10 There was a great flash of _________ and then we heard thunder. We knew that a storm was
coming.A light B bright C sun D lightning
11 Sometimes when the weather is hot, it's cooler at the beach because of the ______ from the
sea.A damp B breeze C fog D mist
12. I think it rained last night. Look, the grass is ____.A damp B humid C dry D cold


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KHÓA HỌC “BÍ KÍP NHỚ TỪ VỰNG TIẾNG ANH SIÊU TỐC”

Bài 2
Video
Jennifer: It’s freezing outside! What happened to the weather report? I thought this cold front was
supposed to pass.

Gabriela: Yeah, I thought so too. That’s what I read online this morning.
Jennifer: I guess the wind chill is really driving down the temperature.
Gabriela: Can we go inside? I feel like my toes are starting to go numb.
VIDEO
Hi, I'm Randall. If you like semi-arid climates with plenty of sunshine and low humidity, Utah might be
the place for you here in the United States.
The summer temperatures average around 26 degrees celsius; winter temperatures around minus 1. Uh,
snow in the valleys from November until March, but there's plenty of snow skiing, and if you like summer
activities, there's hiking, water skiing, but you have to be careful in the summer because there are plenty
of thunderstorms that cause sometimes flash floods.
But if you like great weather, Utah is the place for you.
1. Utah has a relatively ____________ climate.
A. dry
B. humid
C. harsh
2. There is about a _________ degree celsius range difference in temperature during the year.
A. 25
B. 26
C. 27
3. One possible weather danger during part of the year is ______________.
A. heavy rain
B. strong wind
C. dense snow
READING:
Well, weather is a very neutral topic of conversation – it’s the perfect subject to talk about when you don’t
want to have a serious or meaningful conversation with someone. You can talk about the weather to
anyone, anywhere – with a stranger at a bus stop, with your friends on the phone or when you bump into
your boss in the office kitchen!
However, talking about the weather can mean more than just trying to make conversation with a stranger.

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It is also used as an ice-breaker in difficult situations (for example, a job interview) or it can be used to
find out more about someone’s personality. If there is heavy rain one day and someone says to you,
“wow, it’s been raining all day”, how would you reply? If you’re thinking, “I know, I really hate rain. I
wish it would stop”, it’s possible that you’re quite a negative person. But, if you’re thinking, “oh well, at
least it’s good for my garden”, there is a high chance you’re an optimistic person!
The weather is everywhere and it affects everyone so if you meet a stranger or if you are introduced to
someone, it is the perfect way to start a conversation! It also changes every day so there is always
something to mention. Imagine that you’re in a park and you spot a girl or boy that you like. Do you think
it’s better to start a conversation with, “your eyes are really beautiful. Do you want to go on a date?” or,
“it’s a lovely day today, isn’t it?”?
So, how can you start a conversation about the weather? Well, it’s actually quite easy. Just remember a
few of the phrases below and try them out on a stranger next time you’re waiting for a bus or in your next
job interview!
“It’s a beautiful day today, isn’t it?”
“What strange weather we’re having!”
“There’s not a cloud in the sky!”
“The sun’s come out!”
“We had a lot of rain this morning.”
“We’re having a heatwave!”
Or a very typical idiom that is used a lot in England to describe heavy rain:
“It’s raining cats and dogs!”

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HOME WORK:
We like studying in our new classroom because in the morning we get a lot of ________ .

A sun-time B sunshine C sunny D sunnyness
I think there is a storm coming. I can hear _______ about two or three kilometres away.

A lightning B downpour C thunder D flashes
On Wednesday it was quite bright and sunny but on Thursday it was more ______ .

A cloud B cloudy C clouded D clouding
The rain was only for a few minutes but it was very _____ so now everything is very wet.

A strong B large C loud D heavy
In Japan in spring, the weather is not very hot but it feels hotter because the ________ is high, so there
is a lot of water in the air.
A humour B humid C humidifier D humidity
It was very hot in the morning, but in the afternoon there was cool, gentle ______ from the sea and it
felt more comfortable.
A gale B gust C breeze D whirlwind
There are a few spots of rain on the ground. I think it's ________ and maybe it will really rain in a few
minutes.
A spotting B spitting C dropping D dripping


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8 In the morning it started raining, then stopped about five or six times and in the afternoon it was
_______ too.
A showers B showery C showering D showered
9 I hate the weather we have just before a storm, when it's really hot and ______ and everybody is
sweating so much.
A sticky B tricky C drippy D slimy
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Last night it was really freezing in Bristol. Somebody told me that it was ___________ degrees. It
was definitely below zero.
A under eight B eight below C minus eight D eight negative
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Tomorrow you can expect bright sunshine all day and temperatures in the low ________ .

A thirty B thirties C thirty-somethings D thirty-ish

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This morning it was sunny and the sky was _____ .
A empty B open C clean D clear
Key
1 B sunshine

2 C thunder

8 B showery

9 A sticky

3 B cloudy

4 D heavy

10 C minus eight

5 D humidity

11 B thirties

6 C breeze

12 D clear

7 B spitting


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BUỔI 3: SEASONS


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Học từ vựng truyền thống:

1. Từ mới đã học:
Anh – Việt:
WORDS
PHONETICS
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, /'mə:kjuri/
Uranus, Neptune.
/'vi:nəs/
/ə:θ/
ma:s/
ˈdʒuːpɪtə(r)
/'sætən/
juˈreɪnəs/

/'neptju:n/

Surround
Layer
Atmosphere
Remain the same
Period

/səˈraʊnd
/ˈleɪə(r)/
/ˈætməsfɪə(r)/
/rɪˈmeɪn/
/ˈpɪəriəd/

MEANING
Sao Thủy
Sao Kim
TĐ
Sao Hỏa
Sao Mộc
Sao Thổ
Sao
Thiên
Vương
Sao hải Vương


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Chilly
Bloom

Gay/guy
A dip
Monsoon
Leaf – leaves
Bask = sunbathe
Rays
Air conditioner / cooler/ fan

/ˈtʃɪli/
/bluːm/
Gei
Dip
/ˌmɒnˈsuːn/
/liːf/
/bɑːsk/
/reɪ/
/kənˈdɪʃənə(r)/
/ˈkuːlə(r)/

Indoors >< outdoors
Inside >< outside
Protect
Well / lake/ pond/ river / sea/ ocean

/ˌɪnˈdɔːz/
/ˌɪnˈsaɪd/
/prə'tekt/
/wel
/leɪk/
/pɒnd/

/ˈrɪvə(r)/
/siː/
/ˈəʊʃn/
/krɒp/
Drai
/ˈwʊlən/
/laɪt/
/ˈfaɪə(r)/
/ˈhiːtə(r)/
/ˈkʌləfl/
/ˈpɪknɪk/
/ˈjɪəli/
/ˈænjuəl/
/tʃeɪn/
/ˈmaʊntən/
/ˈmaʊntənəs/
/pleɪn/

Crop
Dry up
Woolen clothes
Light
Fire
Heaters
Colorful
Go for a picnic
Yearly / annual
Chain
Mountain (ous)
Plain

2. Việt – Anh
3. Đồng nghĩa synonym
Rainy – monsoon
Cold chilly
Inside indoors
Bask = sunbathe


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Bloom = colorful
Từ trái nghĩa – antonym
keep changing >< remain the same
mountain >< plain
hot >< cold
indoor >< outdoor
inside >< outside
4. Trả lời câu hỏi:
1. In which season is the Sun not very bright?
Winter
2. What do people wear in winter?
Woolen clothes
3. What is the Earth surrounded by?
Atmosphere
4. What is the weather like in autumn?
Neither hot nor cold
5. When is the rainy season?
In June, July, August
6. What do people like to do in summer?
7. What do people enjoy doing in spring?

8. How is the sun in summer?


B4: Seasons
Exercise 1. Hello everyone. Have you ever wondered what the weather is like in other places around
the world? Today, I’d like to talk to you about the changing seasons in my city which was the assigned
topic for this class.
First of all, the winter season usually begins in December and ends in early March. The coldest month
is January, and temperatures can drop below freezing for most of this month. The city usually
averages about 30 inches of snow during this entire, 3-month period. Occasionally, we have snow
storms that can drop a foot of snow in a very short period of time. Winter activities during this season
include sledding, skiing, and snowshoeing.
Spring usually arrives in late March, and the temperatures hover around 50 degrees during the day. It
is a beautiful season because the flowers start to bloom. It is sometimes windy, and this is great for
flying kites. People in my city often like to go on picnics, stroll through parks, and play outdoor
games.
Next, summer starts in June, as temperatures slowing rise to around 80 degrees. The summer in my
city is very dry with little rain throughout the season, and temperatures can soar above 100 degrees in
August. Fortunately, the weather is very dry with low humidity, so it is real pleasant even on hot days.
Popular activities during this season hiking, fishing, camping, water skiing, and outdoor sports
including football and soccer.
And finally, summer changes to fall in late September when the weather cools off, and the trees begin
to change colors. A lot of people enjoy driving into the mountains and viewing the fall colors. It is
also a time when people clean up their yards and gardens in preparation for the winter season.
So, as you can see, my city has a lot to offer no matter when you visit this area.
Key Vocabulary [Top]
1 occasionally (adverb): from time to time, now and then, once in a while
2 – We occasionally go on picnics during the spring and summer seasons.
3 sledding (noun): the activity or sport of ridding on a sled, usually in snow
4 – I took the kids sledding yesterday down a real fun hill, and we had a great time.

5 hover (verb): remain somewhat steady
6 – You should be prepared from cold weather this weekend because temperatures will hover around
freezing.
7 stroll (verb): take a leisurely walk
8 – During the early spring, you often see couples strolling through the park.
9 soar (verb): rise quickly
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– The weather forecast predicts that temperatures will soar in to the 100s by the middle of the
week.
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humidity (noun): wetness in the air
– Because I live in a dry climate, I’m not used to the humidity when I travel.
1. This presentation was most likely part of which type of recording?
A. a TV weather program on seasonal changes
B. an informal discussion between friends
C. an academic speech at school


2. Based on what you heard, how would you characterize the winter season?
A. January receives about 30 inches in snow.
B. Winter temperatures hover below freezing for the 3-month period.
C. Outdoor activities tend to be popular during this season.
3. Which statement is NOT true about the spring?
A. Spring usually begins at the end of March.
B. Plentiful wind currents make some outdoors activities possible.
C. Nighttime temperatures dip below 50 degrees.
4. What is the summer season like in this area?
A. mild and breezy
B. hot and dry
C. warm and humid

5. What is one activity people like to do in the fall?
A. go and see the fall colors
B. clean their houses
C. have a fall picnic
Key
1C 2C

3C

4B

5A

Exercise 2. Madagascar – When to go
Madagascar has two seasons, a warm, wet season from November to April, and a cooler dry season
between May and October. However, different parts of the country have very different weather.
The east coast is hotter and wetter, with up to 4000mm of rainfall per year. In the rainy season, there
are strong winds, and these can cause a lot of damage. Avoid visiting eastern Madagascar between
January and March because the weather can make road travel very difficult. The dry season is cooler
and more pleasant.
The high, central part of the country is much drier and cooler. About 1,400 mm of rain falls in the
rainy season, with some thunderstorms, but the summer is usually sunny and dry, but it can be cold,
especially in the mornings, with freezing showers, and it may snow in mountain areas above 2,400m,
and even stay there for several days.
The west coast is the driest part of the island. Here, the winter months are pleasant with little rain,
cooler temperatures and blue skies. The summers can be extremely hot, especially in the
southwest. This part of the country is semi-desert, and only gets around 300mm of rain per year.
1 Madagascar has four seasons: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
True
False

2 There is more rain in January than in June.
True
False
3 The wet season is colder than the dry season.


True
False
4 It hardly ever rains in central Madagascar.
True
False
5 The wettest part of the island is the east.
True
False
6 January-March is a good time to visit eastern Madagascar.
True
False
7 The centre of Madagascar is the coldest part.
True
False
8 Snow sometimes falls in Madagascar.
True
False
9 The west coast has the best weather in December.
True
False
10 The north-east is hotter than the south-east.
True
False
Key:

1 False
7 True

2 True
8 True

3 False
9 True

4 True
5 True
10 False

6 False


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BUỔI 5: SPORTS
VIDEO: Cycling
Cyclist
VIDEO: Diving
Diver
VIDEO: Golf
Golfer
VIDEO: Ice skating
Ice skater
VIDEO: Pingpong
VIDEO: Skiing
VIDEO: Football

Footballer
VIDEO: Swimming
Swimmer
VIDEO: Baseball
Batter
VIDEO: Basketball
Basketball player
VIDEO: Billiard
VIDEO: Bowling
Bowler
VIDEO: Boxing
Boxer
VIDEO: Running