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LC2 (1) - What will you do if

you have 3 days off?

There are 4 videos for this lesson:

1. Slide 9: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SL7WVrZZtXE
2. Slide 10: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBMi3FnNWlE
3. Slide 11: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Rtbeb2wTQE
4. Slide 12: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yb6a9ok70rM
QUICK CHALLENGE

1. mentor 2. recognition 3. generate

4. value 5. contribute 6. accomplish 7. promote

8. on track 9. eligible 10. dedication

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Sample answer:
Last year, I was promoted to Vice president due to my dedication at work. I always value my
job and try my best to contribute to my company so I was thrilled when I got such
recognition.
HOW DO YOU RESPOND?

What will you do if

you have 3 days off?

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GUESS THE ACTIVITY (1)

Travel Agency: Hi, this is Oxalis Adventure. How may I help you? Match the words with the right pictures.
Tourist: Hi, my name is Steve Clarke. I'm calling to ask for some
information about adventure sports in Vietnam.
Travel Agent: Good morning, Mr. Clarke. May I ask whether you have
ever booked any tours from our company?
Tourist: Not yet. This is my first time. I've looked through the activities
that you offer on your official website.
Travel Agent: Are you particularly interested in any of them, Mr. Clarke?
Tourist: Well, I was not an outdoor person in my 20s, but now I have
acquired quite a taste for caving, exploring those, you know, mysterious
and intriguing caves that few people have chances to set foot in.
Travel Agent: If so, I would recommend the Son Doong Cave, the world's
largest natural cave. In order to participate in this tour, you need to be
well prepared and extremely fit. Strict health examinations and skills

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such as scuba diving and rock climbing are required before the tour
since the expedition is quite challenging. There will be two days of
intense jungle trekking and river crossings in order to reach the
20 years ago Now, I love coffee.
entrance. Once inside, you will have to climb, crawl, and swim through
underground rivers before reaching the main cavern, which is large
enough to house an entire New York City block. 1. scuba diving
Tourist: Can you send me details about all the requirements? I'll check 2. rock climbing
to see if I can meet the requirements. 3. acquire quite a taste for
4. caving
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Answer:
1. B
2. C
3. D
4. A

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GUESS THE ACTIVITY (2)
Match the words with the right pictures.
Travel Agent: Of course, Mr. Clarke. We also have other intense
and thrilling packages for adrenaline junkies. The first
package is bungee jumping in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa 5.
province. You'll jump from a tall structure while connected to get the
a large elastic cord for this activity. Another popular tour is hang of it
the whitewater rafting package in Dalat city. For this package, 6.
the journey will stretch over 10 km, passing a total of 11 parachuting
rapids, each of which has a different degree of difficulty. 7.
Finally, parachuting, the sport of jumping from an aircraft bungee
using a parachute, is my last recommendation. This activity is jumping
on special discounts this month.
8.
Tourist: Cool! After listening to you, I think I'll take up the
take up the
challenge of rafting on rivers. And are there any special
requirements for this activity as well? challenge
Travel Agent: Not really, Mr. Clark. We'll help you in preparing 9.
for safety and needed tools. Our professional guides also offer whitewater
two training sessions, but they are optional. rafting
Tourist: Right. I'm sure after the two training sessions I'll get 10.
the hang of it. I'm a fast learner. adrenaline
Tourist: Awesome! Please send me details about whitewater I can seekers
rafting and the Son Doong cave tours. Thanks so much for do it!
your help.
Travel Agent: My pleasure! 55

Answer:
5. I
6. E
7. F
8. J
9. G
10. H

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THE FIRST CONDITIONAL

We use this to talk about possible situations and the results of those situations.

If + present tense, future tense

future tense if + present tense

For example: If I put the money in the bank, it will be safer.

= It will be safer if I put the money in the bank.
If I take the university bus, I can save a lot of money.
= I can save a lot of money if I take the university bus.

Notes:
• When the if part comes second, there is no comma.
• We can use might, could, may instead of will to talk about something is less certain to happen.
For example: I might save the money for my future plan if I share a flat with other students.
• Unless means ‘if not’.
For example: Unless I study hard, I won't pass the exam.
= If I don't study hard, I won't pass the exam.

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THE SECOND CONDITIONAL

We use the second conditional for imaginary situations in the present.

if + past simple, would + infinitive

would + infinitive if + past simple

Ex: If I had time, I would take more exercise.

= I would take more exercise if I had time.

Notes:
We can use 'were' instead of 'was' with 'I' and 'he/she/it'
Ex: If I were you, I would listen to the doctor's advice.

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ROLE PLAY

You are A. You like adventure sport. B is your colleague. You know that he is also an adventurous
person. You ask him what he likes and tell him some of the activities you have done.

to acquire quite a taste for (=begin to enjoy)

to get the hang of it (= finally be able to do)
to take up the challenge (=to accept a challenge)
bungee jumping
scuba diving
parachuting
rock climbing
whitewater rafting Structures:
caving If + present tense, future tense
If + past simple, would + infinitive
adrenaline junkie

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Sample role play

A: Hi Kien. I've just seen your facebook background photo. The picture you took under the
Misool Boo Rocks is stunning. Was you scuba diving when you took the photo?
B: Yes, I was scuba diving with some of my best mates at that time and I had a waterproof
camera with me.
A: That's sound awesome. Do you often scuba dive?
B: Actually, it's been a long time since I last scuba dived. I've snowed under with work recently.
A: So if you have 3 days off, what will you do?
B: I will go to a far-off destination, an island for example, to scuba dive, go caving and climb
mountains.
A: Oh nice, it sounds like a great plan.
B: How about you? What would you do if you had a vacation now?
A: All my life, I've been in love with the sky so parachuting would be my option.
B: That would be fabulous! You also enjoy taking up new challenges like me.
TOEIC LISTENING – PART 1

You will hear four statements about a picture. When you hear the statements, you must
select the one statement that best describes what you see in the picture. The
statements will not be shown on the screen and will be spoken only one time.

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Answer key: Part 1: D

Transcript:
Part 1: M
A. The child and the father are skating.
B. The child and the father are snowboarding.
C. The father is skateboarding while holding his child.
D. The child can stand on his own on the snowboard.

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TOEIC LISTENING - PART 2

You will hear a question or a statement about a picture. You will be given three
responses spoken in English. Select the best response to the question or statement. The
question or statement will not be shown on the screen and will be spoken only one time.

A. Yes, that’s not a bad idea.

B. Thank you, it makes my day
to hear that.
C. Yes please, that would be
lovely.

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Answer key: Part 2: A

B is incorrect. B is used to respond to a compliment.
C is incorrect. C is used to respond to a request.

Transcript:
Part 2: M
I highly recommend rock climbing because it can strengthen your muscles.
A. Yes, that’s not a bad idea.
B. Thank you, it makes my day to hear that.
C. Yes please, that would be lovely.

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TOEIC LISTENING - PART 3

You will hear a conversation between two people. You will be asked to answer
two questions. When you hear the conversation, you must select the best
response to the question. The conversation will not be shown on the screen and
will be spoken only one time.

1. What reason is NOT mentioned as a drive for skydiving?

A. Getting out of one's comfort zone.
B. Fulfilling childhood's dream.
C. Enjoying stunning views from above.

2. Which speaker is a thrill seeker?

A. Rebecca
B. Rebecca's friend
C. Both of them

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Answer key:
Part 3:
1. C
A and B are incorrect. Liz mentions both of them as the reasons.
2. B.

Transcript:
Part 3:
FM1: Hi, Rebecca. I’m so excited about this Sunday. Guess what I’m doing.
FM2: Hmm ... nothing? You'll have a nice and quiet day off?
FM1: I’m going skydiving!
FM2: You're kidding!
FM1: No, I'm not. I'm really going skydiving.
FM2: Wow, I didn't know that you are an adrenaline junkie.
FM1: It’s going to be exhilarating. I think it’s time to live my life. I’ve been dreaming of
skydiving since I was a little kid. I’m at a time in my life where I think I need to take risks, and
go for the thrill, and get outside my comfort zone. You know, that kind of thing.
FM2: I’m all for taking risks, but that just seems very dangerous to me. I mean, you could die!
FM1: I prefer to concentrate on the thrill more than the “falling to my death” part.
FM2: OK, well that’s probably wise. But really? Skydiving? It just seems so risky.
FM1: But what’s more dangerous? Possible, actual danger, or the regrets you will face later
having not done it?
FM2: I don’t think I will ever regret not jumping out of an airplane. I have things that I want to

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do in life, but skydiving is just not one of them. But I wish you the best of luck, I'll be too scared
to even watch.
FM1: I’ll send you a text on the way down.
FM2: Don't! Afterwards please!

M
1. What reasons are NOT mentioned as a drive for skydiving? (4 seconds)
2. Which speaker is a thrillseeker? (4 seconds)
TOEIC LISTENING - PART 4

You will hear a talk given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer two
questions. When you hear the talk, you must select the best response to the questions.
The talk will not be shown on the screen and will be spoken only one time.

1. What activity is the talk about?

A. Skiing
B. Rock climbing
C. Snowboarding

2. What's the speaker's preferred method of reaching his starting point?

A. By flying
B. By walking
C. By driving

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Answer key: Part 4

1. C
A is incorrect. Skiing is just used to compare with snowboarding in terms of signs and
warnings at ski resorts.
B is incorrect. It is not mentioned in the talk.
2. B ( But I always prefer to go on foot with a helmet on. )

Transcript:
Part 4:
(M) When you go extreme snowboarding and head for the highest peaks and the steepest
slopes, you should take a little more than a map and some basic survival equipment with you.
Unlike what you often find at ski resorts, you won’t see any signs telling you where rocks or
trees are around. When it comes to snowboarding, it’s up to you and your guide to make sure
your route is as safe as possible. Of course, you should never attempt to go down a slope on
your own. It’s essential to be accompanied by a guide who must go first every time as there
may be no clear route down through the rocks and other dangers.
They’ll also show you the way up to your starting point which may involve a long difficult climb
and wearing a large backpack containing supplies. I know some snowboarders like to take a
helicopter up to the top and that’s quick and easy though expensive. But I always prefer to go
on foot with a helmet on. It's a nice warm up for the upcoming descent.

FM
1. What activity is the talk about? (4 seconds)

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2. What's the speaker's preferred method of reaching his starting point? (4 seconds)
TOEIC READING - PART 5

A word or a phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Select the best answer to complete each sentence.
1. If you ........... 3 days off, what will you do?

A. have
B. had
C. has
D. will have

2. Despite many similarities to skiing, ................ doesn't involve using poles.

A. Rock climbing
B. Snowboarding
C. Whitewater rafting
D. Caving

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Answer key:
Part 5:
1. A
B is incorrect. We don't use past tense in the first conditional .
C is incorrect. We don't use "has" after "you" .
D is incorrect. We don't normally use 'will' with if clause.
2. B
A, C and D are incorrect. They are not suitable in meaning.

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 TOEIC READING - PART 6

Read the text below. A word, phrase, or sentence is missing in parts of the text. Select the best answers to complete the text.

1.
There is no better time to visit beautiful Nova A. junkies
Scotia than now, and Nova Scotia Tours can B. junk
help! With over 25 years in business, we know C. junket
how to plan vacations tailored to our clients' D. junkyard
specifications. Let us serenade you with music, 2.
A . Book now to reserve your hotel.
charm you with heritage festivals, and fill you
B. Speak with our representatives Monday through Friday.
with delicious seafood. For adventure C. Try surfing, whitewater rafting, or mountain biking.
(1)............., there are many activities to keep you D. Choose from over hundreds of locations.
busy. (2) .......... .Or, (3) ...........you prefer, you can 3.
relax and dine at any of our world-class A. if
restaurants. But don't wait. Call us today at 902 B. moreover
- 555 - 0166! C. despite
D. both

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Answer key:
Part 6:
1. A
B, C and D are not suitable in meaning.
junk: things that are considered to be of no use or value, or of low quality
junket: a trip or party for a group of employees or politicians that is paid for by their company
or government
junkyard: a place to which people take large things such as old furniture or machines that they
no longer want
2. C
A,B,D are not suitable in meaning. The previous sentence metions about activities -> whale
watching, kayaking, or cycling -> C
3. A
B,C and D are not suitable in meaning and are grammatically incorrect.

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 You will read a newspaper article. The text has three questions.
TOEIC READING - PART 7
Select the best answer for each question.

1. What types of sports do teenagers prefer?

A. Trendy ones
What do today's teens prefer? 16 B. Extremely fast ones
C. Slow ones
69 D. Expensive ones
In a survey done at Fredrikstad High School, 10
students had a wide range of options. Overall, 5 2. At Fredrikstad High school, which sport is
however, students seemed to favor extremely the third most popular?
A. Skateboarding
fast sports. "Extreme speed is awesome," said B. Snowboarding
15-year-old Nancy Atkinson. Students like their sports, and they like C. Mountain biking
them fast. The most popular sport was extreme urban D. Skiing
skateboarding. 69% of the students ranked this as their number one
3. Which sport can be assumed to be the least
choice. "I think it's because most kids have skateboards," said expensive?
17-year-old Oliver Turner, "The other stuff on the list is too A. Mountain biking
expensive for us to afford." Snowboarding came in second, with B. Skiing
16% of the votes. Downhill skiing placed third, with 10% of the C. Skateboarding
D. Snowboarding
votes. Mountain biking was last, with only 5% of the votes.
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Answer key:
Part 7
1. B
A is incorrect. It is not mentioned.
C is incorrect. It contradicts the information in the text.
D is incorrect. It contradicts the information in the text.
2. D ( Downhill skiing placed third, with 10% of the votes. )
3. C ( "I think it's because most kids have skateboards," said 17-year-old Oliver Turner, "The
other stuff on the list is too expensive for us to afford.")

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TOEIC WRITING

In this part of the test, you will write an essay in response to a question that
asks you to state, explain, and support your opinion on an issue. Typically, an
effective essay will contain a minimum of 300 words.

Your response will be scored on

• whether your opinion is supported with reasons and/or examples,
• grammar,
• vocabulary, and
• organization.

Question: Today more and more tourists are visiting places that are hard to
reach. Do you think adventure tourism in unexplored parts of the world should
be encouraged?
Provide reasons and examples to support your opinion.

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TOEIC WRITING

1. What is adventure tourism? 2. What places adventure tourism

usually take place at?

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TOEIC WRITING

1. Adventure tourism is defined as the movement of the people from one to another place
outside their comfort zone for exploration or travel to remote areas, exotic and possibly
hostile areas. Adventure tourism is a type of tourism in which tourist do some adventures
activities like as skydiving, hill climbing, scuba diving.

2. Examples of places where adventure tourism usually take place:

The Amazon forest Maasai Mara in Kenya The Great Barrier Reef of Australia

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TOEIC WRITING

Question: Today more and more tourists are visiting places that are hard to reach. Do you
think adventure tourism in unexplored parts of the world should be encouraged?

Ideas:
Yes
- Spending time outdoors reduces stress
- Nature makes exercise more enjoyable/tolerable/worthwhile
- Nature can rejuvenate your soul
- Gain a sense of accomplishment
- Travel increases your self-awareness
- Once-in-a-lifetime experience
No
- Not pocket-friendly as a lot of extra arrangements need to be made
- Require time: time for preparation, time for the adventure
- Impact and disturb the wildlife
- Possible injuries and accidents

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