Daily Reading A1 level - Day 10 - History - Change-Makers

Daily Reading A1 level - Day 10 - History - Change-Makers

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Change-Makers

Những người tạo ra sự thay đổi

In the United States, money features images of people. They’re important people from history. Almost all of the people on money have been men. But new quarters feature famous women. That’s thanks to a program that started in 2022. It’s called the American Women Quarters Program.

Ở Hoa Kỳ, tiền có chứa hình ảnh của nhiều người. Họ là những người quan trọng trong lịch sử. Hầu như tất cả những người trên tiền đều là đàn ông. Nhưng các đồng 25 xu mới có hình ảnh những người phụ nữ nổi tiếng. Đó là nhờ một chương trình bắt đầu vào năm 2022. Chương trình này có tên là Chương trình Đồng Xu Phụ nữ Hoa Kỳ.

Memorable Money

The United States Mint is part of the U.S. Treasury. It runs the American Women Quarters Program. The Mint produces all U.S. coins. These include quarters, dimes, nickels, and pennies.

 

 

Tiền kỷ niệm

Sở đúc tiền Hoa Kỳ là một phần của Bộ Tài chính Hoa Kỳ. Sở này điều hành Chương trình American Women Quarters. Sở đúc tiền sản xuất tất cả các loại tiền xu của Hoa Kỳ. Bao gồm các loại tiền xu 25 xu, 10 xu, 5 xu1 xu.

 

For the past four years, the Mint has been making new quarters. They show famous women. The Mint chose 20 women for the quarters. The women had different backgrounds. They all made an impact on our world.

Trong bốn năm qua, Mint đã tạo ra những đồng xu mới. Chúng thể hiện hình ảnh những người phụ nữ nổi tiếng. Mint đã chọn 20 người phụ nữ cho những đồng xu này. Những người phụ nữ này có xuất thân khác nhau. Tất cả họ đều tạo ra ảnh hưởng lớn đến thế giới của chúng ta.

 

One quarter honors Celia Cruz. She was a musician. She was born in Cuba. Another honors Bessie Coleman, from Texas. She flew airplanes. She was the first Black woman and the first Native American woman to become a licensed pilot.

 

 

Một đồng 25 xu vinh danh Celia Cruz. Bà là một nhạc sĩ. Bà sinh ra ở Cuba. Một phần tư vinh danh Bessie Coleman, đến từ Texas. Bà lái máy bay. Bà là người phụ nữ da đen đầu tiên và là người phụ nữ bản địa đầu tiên trở thành phi công được cấp phép.

 

 

Honoring Important Women

The Mint will be producing the last batch of these quarters through 2025. They will make their way into banks all over the country. You might see them soon in your change.

 

Tôn vinh những người phụ nữ quan trọng

Mint sẽ sản xuất cuối cùng của những đồng 25 xu này cho đến năm 2025. Chúng sẽ có mặt tại các ngân hàng trên khắp cả nước. Bạn có thể sớm thấy chúng trong tiền lẻ của mình.

 

Brent Thacker works for the U.S. Mint. He wants young people to learn about the women on the quarters. He hopes people will celebrate the “life and legacy” of each woman. “Their achievements, journeys, tenacity, and spirit are remarkable,” he says.

Brent Thacker làm việc cho US Mint. Ông muốn những người trẻ tuổi tìm hiểu về những người phụ nữ trên các đồng xu 25 xu. Ông hy vọng mọi người sẽ tôn vinh “cuộc sống và di sản” của mỗi người phụ nữ. “Những thành tựu, hành trình, sự kiên trìtinh thần của họ thật đáng chú ý”, ông nói.

 

Vocabulary List

feature (v) /ˈfiːtʃər/ – to include or show something as an important part
Vietnamese: có bao gồm, có sự xuất hiện
Example: The new coin features an image of a famous musician.

quarter (n) /ˈkwɔːrtər/ – an American coin worth 25 cents
Vietnamese: đồng xu 25 cent (một phần tư đô la)
Example: I put a quarter into the vending machine to buy a snack.

memorable (adj) /ˈmemərəbl/ – worth remembering or easy to remember
Vietnamese: đáng nhớ, kỷ niệm
Example: The concert was a memorable experience for everyone.

dime (n) /daɪm/ – an American coin worth 10 cents
Vietnamese: đồng xu 10 cent
Example: He found a dime on the ground while walking to school.

nickel (n) /ˈnɪkl/ – an American coin worth 5 cents
Vietnamese: đồng xu 5 cent
Example: A nickel is worth half of a dime.

penny (n) /ˈpeni/ – an American coin worth 1 cent
Vietnamese: đồng xu 1 cent
Example: She picked up a penny for good luck.

background (n) /ˈbækɡraʊnd/ – a person’s origin, education, or experience
Vietnamese: lai lịch, xuất thân
Example: She comes from a diverse background and speaks three languages.

make an impact on (phr) – to have a strong effect on something
Vietnamese: tạo ảnh hưởng lên
Example: Her work has made an impact on the music industry.

honor (v) /ˈɑːnər/ – to show respect for someone or something
Vietnamese: vinh danh, tôn vinh
Example: The award was given to honor her achievements in science.

musician (n) /mjuˈzɪʃn/ – a person who plays or composes music
Vietnamese: nhạc sĩ
Example: The famous musician performed in front of thousands of fans.

licensed pilot (n) /ˈlaɪsnst ˈpaɪlət/ – a person who has official permission to fly an aircraft
Vietnamese: phi công có giấy phép
Example: She became the first female licensed pilot in her country.

batch (n) /bætʃ/ – a group of things produced or prepared at the same time
Vietnamese: lô, đợt
Example: The factory produced a new batch of coins this month.

change (n) /tʃeɪndʒ/ – the money you get back when you pay more than the cost of something
Vietnamese: tiền thừa, tiền lẻ
Example: He paid with a $10 bill and got $2 in change.

celebrate (v) /ˈselɪbreɪt/ – to do something special for an important event
Vietnamese: kỷ niệm, ăn mừng
Example: The town will celebrate its 100th anniversary next year.

legacy (n) /ˈleɡəsi/ – something handed down from the past
Vietnamese: di sản
Example: Her inventions left a lasting legacy in technology.

achievement (n) /əˈtʃiːvmənt/ – something important that has been accomplished
Vietnamese: thành tựu
Example: Winning the championship was his greatest achievement.

journey (n) /ˈdʒɜːrni/ – the process of traveling from one place to another
Vietnamese: hành trình
Example: His journey to success was full of challenges.

tenacity (n) /təˈnæsəti/ – the determination to continue despite difficulties
Vietnamese: sự kiên trì, bền bỉ
Example: Her tenacity helped her overcome many obstacles.

spirit (n) /ˈspɪrɪt/ – enthusiasm, courage, or energy
Vietnamese: tinh thần, nghị lực
Example: His adventurous spirit inspired many young people.

Reviewing Tasks

 

1. Completion Task

Fill in the blanks using the words from the word bank.

Word Bank: feature, quarter, memorable, dime, nickel, penny, background, make an impact on, honor, musician, licensed pilot, batch, change, celebrate, legacy, achievement, journey, tenacity, spirit

  1. The new coin will ________ an image of a famous astronaut.
  2. A ________ is worth 25 cents in the U.S.
  3. The concert was a ________ experience that I will never forget.
  4. She found a ________ on the floor and picked it up.
  5. A ________ is worth 5 cents, and it is larger than a dime.
  6. He paid with a $5 bill and got $3 in ________.
  7. Her ________ as a child in a small town influenced her music style.
  8. This award is given to ________ those who have contributed to education.
  9. She is a talented ________ who plays both the piano and the violin.
  10. Amelia Earhart was the first female ________ in the U.S.
  11. The bakery prepared a new ________ of cookies for the event.
  12. He has worked hard to ________ the community through his charity work.
  13. The town will ________ its 200th anniversary next year.
  14. His inventions left a lasting ________ in the world of science.
  15. Graduating from university was her biggest ________ so far.
  16. The long ________ across the mountains was exhausting but rewarding.
  17. His ________ and determination helped him build a successful business.
  18. She has a strong, independent ________ that inspires many.

2. Word Form Task

Complete the sentences with the correct form of the word in parentheses.

  1. The new design will be ________ on the next series of coins. (feature)
  2. The museum exhibit is for ________ the life of a famous artist. (honor)
  3. She showed great ________ in overcoming all the challenges in her life. (tenacious)
  4. The company released some new ________ of limited-edition watches. (batch)
  5. His work has positively ________ the industry. (impact)
  6. The athlete’s ________ led him to win multiple gold medals. (achieve)
  7. His strong ________ helped him succeed despite many failures. (spiritual)

3. Synonym Matching

Match the words in Column A with their synonyms in Column B.

Column A Column B
legacy group
achievement trip
tenacity memory
honor courage
journey effort
batch determination
spirit respect

4. Gap-Filling 

Fill in the blanks using the words from the word bank. Use each word only once.

Word Bank: achievement, celebrate, honor, journey, legacy, musician, quarter, tenacity

The famous ________ was known for his incredible talent and passion for music. To ________ his contributions, the government decided to put his image on a new ________. His inspiring ________ from a small town to international fame showed his dedication and ________. His biggest ________ was creating music that would be remembered for generations. Because of this, his ________ continues to influence young artists. Every year, fans gather to ________ his life and career.


5. Multiple-Choice Task

Choose the correct answer for each question.

  1. What does the word "quarter" refer to?
    a) A type of bill
    b) A 10-cent coin
    c) A 25-cent coin
    d) A 5-cent coin

  2. What does it mean to "honor" someone?
    a) To ignore their achievements
    b) To take their place in history
    c) To compete against them
    d) To show respect and appreciation

  3. What is an example of a "licensed pilot"?
    a) Someone who has an official permit to fly planes
    b) A musician who plays multiple instruments
    c) A person who studies history
    d) A doctor who specializes in children’s health

  4. What does "tenacity" mean?
    a) Being lazy and giving up easily
    b) Being determined and persistent
    c) Being unsure about decisions
    d) Being uninterested in challenges

  5. What is the meaning of "legacy"?
    a) A temporary action
    b) A personal failure
    c) Something valuable left behind for future generations
    d) A physical object that disappears quickly

Answer Keys

1. Completion Task – Answer Key

  1. The new coin will feature an image of a famous astronaut.
  2. A quarter is worth 25 cents in the U.S.
  3. The concert was a memorable experience that I will never forget.
  4. She found a penny on the floor and picked it up.
  5. A nickel is worth 5 cents, and it is larger than a dime.
  6. He paid with a $5 bill and got $3 in change.
  7. Her background as a child in a small town influenced her music style.
  8. This award is given to honor those who have contributed to education.
  9. She is a talented musician who plays both the piano and the violin.
  10. Amelia Earhart was the first female licensed pilot in the U.S.
  11. The bakery prepared a new batch of cookies for the event.
  12. He has worked hard to make an impact on the community through his charity work.
  13. The town will celebrate its 200th anniversary next year.
  14. His inventions left a lasting legacy in the world of science.
  15. Graduating from university was her biggest achievement so far.
  16. The long journey across the mountains was exhausting but rewarding.
  17. His tenacity and determination helped him build a successful business.
  18. She has a strong, independent spirit that inspires many.

2. Word Form Task – Answer Key

  1. The new design will be featured on the next series of coins.
  2. The museum exhibit is for honoring the life of a famous artist.
  3. She showed great tenacity in overcoming all the challenges in her life.
  4. The company released some new batches of limited-edition watches.
  5. His work has positively impacted the industry.
  6. The athlete’s achievement led him to win multiple gold medals.
  7. His strong spirit helped him succeed despite many failures.

3. Synonym Matching – Answer Key

Column A Column B
legacy memory
achievement effort
tenacity determination
honor respect
journey trip
batch group
spirit courage

4. Gap-Filling – Answer Key

The famous musician was known for his incredible talent and passion for music. To honor his contributions, the government decided to put his image on a new quarter. His inspiring journey from a small town to international fame showed his dedication and tenacity. His biggest achievement was creating music that would be remembered for generations. Because of this, his legacy continues to influence young artists. Every year, fans gather to celebrate his life and career.


5. Multiple-Choice Task – Answer Key

  1. What does the word "quarter" refer to?
    ✅ c) A 25-cent coin

  2. What does it mean to "honor" someone?
    ✅ d) To show respect and appreciation

  3. What is an example of a "licensed pilot"?
    ✅ a) Someone who has an official permit to fly planes

  4. What does "tenacity" mean?
    ✅ b) Being determined and persistent

  5. What is the meaning of "legacy"?
    ✅ c) Something valuable left behind for future generations

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