Hanoi Star Primary and Secondary School WEEKLY HANDOUT

Name:……………………………………………. GRADE 8 - Week: 13

Class:………………………………...………………….. Date:……………………………..
HD.G8.E.W13

UNIT 4
VOCABULARY: MATERIAL WORLD
A. PHONETICS
I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
1. A. function B. future C. question D. nature
2. A. stop B. profit C. solar D. product

II. Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the others.
3. A. protein B. insect C. minute D. resource
4. A. premium B. condition C. develop D. banana

B. VOCABULARY
III. Choose the correct answer.
5. The table shows the ______ of waste production in 6 different countries over a 20-year period.
A. majority B. number C. amount D. quality
6. ______ average, an American resident produces about 4.5 pounds per day and most of it is
comprised of recyclable items.
A. In B. On C. At D. With
7. Most of South Africans are skipping meals because they simply cannot ______ to buy food.
A. save B. help C. spend D. afford
8. I have just ______ a small bite out of the slice of pizza. It’s quite savoury.
A. taken B. gotten C. driven D. written
9. Plastic bags do not biodegrade so they can ______ the environment.
A. damage B. kill C. waste D. save
10. Could I have ______ of butter, please?
A. a few B. a bit C. a more D. a lots
11. We didn’t spend ______ money on Christmas presents.
A. few B. little C. many D. much
12. I am OK, ______?
A. am not I B. am I C. aren't I D. are I
13. People are not protecting Mother Earth, ______?
A. are they B. aren't they C. is it D. isn't it
14. Scott: “What do you think of these pearl earrings?” - Nina: “______.”
A. They are rings B. It’s real gold C. Get these ones then D. Nice, they are
mom’s style
15. What does the notice say?

A. Please do not bring outside food or beverage.

B. The food is served only at your tables.

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 C. Those who are allergic to milk should not eat the food.
D. You can buy milk, eggs, wheat, soybean and nuts here.
16. What does the symbol mean?

A. The product can be recycled. B. The product has no wheat extracts.

C. The product must be put into a bin. D. The product is suitable for vegetarians.
IV. Supply the correct form of the word given in each sentence.
17. Environmentalists believe that the expansion of industrial logging in central Africa has
been an ______ disaster. (ECOLOGY)
18. Traffic congestion in large cities seems to be an ______ problem. It’s getting worse and
worse. (SOLVE)
19. It is thought that the very first placental mammals were tiny ______, but no fossil evidence of
them remains. (INSECT)
20. The human brain is an ______ complicated organ. (CREDIT)
21. A scientist has ______ a new species that belongs to a group of rare insects whose closest
relative was last seen in 1969. (DISCOVERY)
22. According to the UN, 46 million people in Africa experienced ______ in the aftermath of the
COVID-19 pandemic. (HUNGRY)

C. READING
V. Read the following and do as directed.
In recent years, environmentalists have raised concerns about the future of food. Every
year, 1.3 billion tons of food are consciously thrown away by consumers while over one-tenth
of the population still go hungry. Many governments have started to take remedial action to
reduce food waste. Since 2013, for example, the US government has launched the Food Waste
Challenge, encouraging restaurants, schools and universities to make contact with hunger
relief organizations like food banks and pantries. It also forces food manufacturers and stores
to improve their product storage systems through which food can be kept longer. In addition,
food suppliers are required to recycle their discarded but unexpired products to feed animals
or create compost, bioenergy and natural fertilizers. In Viet Nam, diners at some buffet
restaurants have to make a heavy charge for extra amounts of leftovers whereas some food
retailers offer a big discount on near-expired products.
True/False Questions:
23. Food waste has recently caused concern among environmentalists.
A. True B. False
24. Not many countries want to address the problem of food waste.
A. True B. False
25. According to the US Food Waste Challenge, leftovers should not be given to food banks.
A. True B. False
26. Vietnamese buffet diners have to pay more than normal if they leave food behind.
A. True B. False
Choose the correct answer to each question:
27. What serves as the best title for the passage?

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 A. Food Suppliers B. Home-made Food
C. Conserving Natural Resources D. Solutions to Food Waste
28. What is NOT mentioned as a measure in the US Food Waste Challenge?
A. Improving product storage systems. B. Connecting food banks and pantries.
C. Using leftovers to feed animals. D. Recycling natural resources.

VI. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits each blank space in the following passage.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Wind-up radio: I bought it last week. As a green consumer, I love this idea because there is
(29) ______ need for batteries. All you need is wind this radio up for one minute and you will
listen for twenty minutes. Also, I find it easy to tune to the station I want to hear. However, the
biggest (30) ______ is that its rubber cover easily wears (31) ______. The company should deal
with it soon or customers will choose a better brand.
Water-powered clock: If you like durable goods, this clock is a must-have item. I bought it
eight years ago, but it still works. It just stopped (32) ______ last week. I emptied it, filled it with
some tap water and shook it around a little. Then, it worked just like a new one. What
impresses me is that the clock is made (33) ______ recycled materials, so it’s a bit more
expensive than a normal one. In my (34) ______, the price is acceptable and it’s a great gift for
your best friends!
29. Choose the correct answer.
A. no B. not C. any D. none
30. Choose the correct answer.
A. destruction B. advantage C. solution D. disadvantage
31. Choose the correct answer.
A. on B. off C. out D. away
32. Choose the correct answer.
A. doing B. taking C. working D. bringing
33. Choose the correct answer.
A. of B. into C. from D. up
34. Choose the correct answer.
A. thought B. view C. thinking D. vision
D. WRITING
VII. Rearrange the groups of words in a correct order to make complete sentences.
35. made from recycled material. / ideal platforms / home-made products / Social media
provides / to sell
______________________________________________________________________.
36. The production of / won’t pollute / will it? / the air, / high-tech devices
______________________________________________________________________.

VIII. Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the
same as the sentence printed before it.
37. You should use coconut oil so that you will have smoother hair. (IDEA)
 In order _________________________________________________________________.
38. Air pollution makes me worried.

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 I am ______________________________________________________________________.
39. The silver bracelet is cheaper than the golden one. (AS)
 The silver bracelet _____________________________________________________.
40. They are too poor to buy food. (ENOUGH)
 They are _________________________________________________________________.

FURTHER PRACTICE
A. PHONETICS
I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
1. A. provide B. convince C. kind D. unlike
2. A. get B. enjoy C. benefit D. develop

II. Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the others.
3. A. consumerism B. driving C. recycle D. provide
4. A. picture B. manipulate C. establish D. persuade

B. VOCABULARY
III. Choose the correct answer.
5. We should exchange books with each other to save money, shouldn’t we?
A. Yes, the more the merrier.
B. I have three books at home.
C. No, my favourite book is Harry Porter.
D. Yes, it's a great way to save money and explore different books.
6. Environmental activists try to ________ people to make sustainable choices.
A. run out of B. waste C. throw away D. convince
7. You're leaving soon, _______ ?
A. am not you B. are you not C. aren't you D. doesn't you
8. He can sing very well, _______?
A. can't he B. can he C. he sings D. he can't
9. You haven't finished yet, _______?
A. don't you B. have you C. hasn't you D. has you
10. The need to constantly buy new things is known as ________.
A. persuasion B. pollution C. product D. consumerism
11. They arrived early, _______?
A. didn't they B. did they not C. have not they D. hasn't they
12. Irresponsible use of resources can ________ the environment.
A. build B. develop C. view D. pollute
13. Air pollution from factories can ________ forests and wildlife.
A. produce B. deal with C. damage D. convince
14. Scientists are working to ________ renewable sources of energy.
A. recycle B. waste C. persuade D. develop
15. What is the unique feature of the sports smartwatch?

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 A. It can last up to 2 years without charging
B. It has a built-in camera
C. It can connect to your laptop
D. It is perfect for any sport
16. What is the name of the new summer drink being offered at Andy's Coffee?

A. Mixed Fruit Blend B. Iced Coffee

C. Caramel Latte D. Hot Chocolate
C. READING
IV. Read the following passage and do as direct.
Protecting the environment is important for the health of our planet. We can all
contribute by using products that are eco-friendly. One way to do this is by using reusable bags
instead of plastic bags when we go shopping. Reusable bags are strong and can be used many
times, which helps reduce waste.
Another way to protect the environment is by using energy-efficient light bulbs. These bulbs
use less electricity, which helps conserve energy and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. It's a
small change that can make a big difference.
We can also choose to buy products that are made from recycled materials. When we buy
recycled products, we support the recycling process and help reduce the need for new raw
materials.
Let's all do our part to protect the environment. By making simple choices like using reusable
bags, energy-efficient light bulbs, and buying recycled products, we can help create a cleaner
and healthier planet for ourselves and future generations. Together, we can make a positive
impact on the environment.
17. Using reusable bags instead of plastic bags helps reduce waste.
A. False B. True
18. Energy-efficient light bulbs use more electricity compared to regular light bulbs.
A. True B. False
19. Buying products made from recycled materials supports the recycling process.
A. False B. True
20. Protecting the environment has no impact on future generations.
A. False B. True
21. Which of the following helps reduce waste and protect the environment?
A. Using plastic bags B. Using energy-efficient light bulbs
C. Using reusable bags D. Using single-use disposable items
22. What is one benefit of using energy-efficient light bulbs?

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 A. They help conserve energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
B. They emit more heat than regular light bulbs.
C. They use more electricity than regular light bulbs.
D. They contribute to increased waste production.
V. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits the blank space in the following passage. I
bought a new smartphone. It is very nice ____23____ a big, colourful screen. It is very thin and
light in hand. The camera takes good, clear ____24____ and videos. My friends like the photos I
send on WhatsApp.
The phone comes with many pre-installed apps. I use it to watch videos, listen to music, and
read the news. The battery ____25____ long, and I only have to charge it every two days. The
touch screen responds quickly to my finger. The phone ____26____ finds answers to all my
questions on the Internet.
There are only a few problems. The price of the phone is high. The computer programs crash a
few ____27____. The storage memory fills up quickly, but I delete old photos. Also, after a few
months, the phone becomes slow and doesn't respond as fast as when it was new.
Overall, I am happy with my new smartphone and would ____28____ it. It has an excellent
design, a good camera, and works well for social media and the apps I need. For a normal user
like me, it does all the essential jobs well, and having the latest technology is nice.
23. I bought a new smartphone. It is very nice ____
A. with B. for C. to D. about
24. The camera takes good, clear ____.
A. clothes B. photos C. books D. food
25. The battery ____ long.
A. lasts B. weakens C. weighs D. shortens
26. The phone quickly ____.
A. loses all my contacts
B. breaks when I drop it
C. finds answers to all my questions on the Internet
D. runs out of battery
27. The computer programs crash a few ____.
A. times B. trees C. buildings D. cars
28. Overall, I am happy with my new smartphone and would ____ it.
A. eat B. bury C. throw away D. recommend
VI. Supply the correct form of the word given in each sentence.
29. The company is ________ free training for all employees. [PROVIDE]
30. The city has seen a lot of ________ in recent years. [DEVELOP]
31. She gave a very ________ argument in favour of the proposal. [PERSUADE]
32. The factory has increased its ________ to meet demand. [PRODUCT]
33. The hurricane caused widespread ________ in the area. [DESTROY]
34. I managed to ________ my parents to let me go on the trip. [CONVICTION]

D. WRITING
VII. Rearrange the groups of words in a correct order to make complete sentences.
35. shouldn’t/we? / practice/show, / We/ for/ should/the
________________________________________________________________________.
36. the/many/films in/competition./There/the/are

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________________________________________________________________________.
VIII. Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the
same as the sentence printed before it. (37-40)
37. How much does this book cost? (price)
What _________________________________________________________________________________________.
38. Many teenagers enjoy playing soccer after school. (interested)
Many teenagers _____________________________________________________________________________.
39. Can Marry speak Spanish? (tag question)
Marry can ______________________________________________________________________ , _____________?
40. Lisa goes to the library because she needs some English books.
Lisa goes to the library so as _________________________________________________________________.

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