Vocabulary List

• Expert (noun) /ˈek.spɜːt/: A person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a particular field.
  Vietnamese: Chuyên gia
  Example: She is an expert in marine biology.

• Entomologist (noun) /ˌen.təˈmɒl.ə.dʒɪst/: A scientist who studies insects.
  Vietnamese: Nhà côn trùng học
  Example: The entomologist discovered a new species of butterfly.

• Insects (noun) /ˈɪn.sekts/: Small creatures with six legs, such as ants, bees, or beetles.
  Vietnamese: Côn trùng
  Example: Insects play an important role in pollinating plants.

• Museum (noun) /mjuˈziː.əm/: A building where collections of valuable objects are displayed.
  Vietnamese: Bảo tàng
  Example: The museum has a large collection of ancient artifacts.

• Plants (noun) /plɑːnts/: Living organisms that grow in soil and typically produce leaves, flowers, or fruit.
  Vietnamese: Thực vật
  Example: Some plants can survive in extremely dry climates.

• Childhood dream (noun phrase) /ˈtʃaɪld.hʊd driːm/: A strong desire or aspiration someone had during their younger years.
  Vietnamese: Giấc mơ thời thơ ấu
  Example: Becoming a pilot was her childhood dream.

• Botanist (noun) /ˈbɒt.ən.ɪst/: A scientist who studies plants.
  Vietnamese: Nhà thực vật học
  Example: The botanist documented hundreds of plant species.

• Reach a goal (verb phrase) /riːtʃ ə ɡəʊl/: To achieve something that one has worked hard for.
  Vietnamese: Đạt được mục tiêu
  Example: He worked tirelessly to reach his goal of becoming an astronaut.

• Expedition (noun) /ˌek.spəˈdɪʃ.ən/: A journey undertaken for a specific purpose, often exploration.
  Vietnamese: Cuộc thám hiểm
  Example: The team went on an expedition to study the Arctic.

• Identify (verb) /aɪˈden.tɪ.faɪ/: To recognize or name someone or something.
  Vietnamese: Xác định
  Example: Scientists were able to identify the source of the problem.

• Get in touch with (verb phrase) /ɡet ɪn tʌtʃ wɪð/: To contact or communicate with someone.
  Vietnamese: Liên lạc với
  Example: You can get in touch with her via email.

• Career (noun) /kəˈrɪə/: A job or profession that someone does for a long time.
  Vietnamese: Sự nghiệp
  Example: He has built a successful career in law.

• Fascination (noun) /ˌfæs.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/: A strong interest or attraction to something.
  Vietnamese: Sự đam mê
  Example: She has always had a fascination with space exploration.

• Type (noun) /taɪp/: A kind or category of something.
  Vietnamese: Loại
  Example: This type of fruit grows only in tropical regions.

• Over time (adverb phrase) /ˈəʊ.və taɪm/: Gradually or after a while.
  Vietnamese: Theo thời gian
  Example: Over time, the city has become more modernized.

• Motivated (adjective) /ˈməʊ.tɪ.veɪ.tɪd/: Eager to achieve a goal or purpose.
  Vietnamese: Có động lực
  Example: She is highly motivated to succeed in her studies.

• Driven (adjective) /ˈdrɪv.ən/: Very determined to achieve something.
  Vietnamese: Kiên định
  Example: His driven personality helped him overcome many challenges.

• Focused (adjective) /ˈfəʊ.kəst/: Concentrating on a specific task or goal.
  Vietnamese: Tập trung
  Example: The athlete remained focused during the entire competition.

• Family tree (noun phrase) /ˈfæm.əl.i triː/: A diagram showing the relationships between people in a family.
  Vietnamese: Cây phả hệ
  Example: She traced her family tree back to the 1700s.

• Cooperation (noun) /kəʊˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən/: Working together to achieve a goal.
  Vietnamese: Sự hợp tác
  Example: Cooperation between team members is essential for success.

• Mission (noun) /ˈmɪʃ.ən/: An important task or duty, often requiring travel.
  Vietnamese: Nhiệm vụ
  Example: The astronauts completed their mission successfully.

• An island off the coast (noun phrase) /æn ˈaɪ.lənd ɒf ðə kəʊst/: A piece of land surrounded by water, located near the mainland.
  Vietnamese: Một hòn đảo ngoài khơi
  Example: They visited an island off the coast of Africa.

• Africa (proper noun) /ˈæf.rɪ.kə/: The second-largest continent in the world.
  Vietnamese: Châu Phi
  Example: Africa is home to diverse cultures and wildlife.

• Invent (verb) /ɪnˈvent/: To create or design something for the first time.
  Vietnamese: Phát minh
  Example: Thomas Edison invented the light bulb.

• Farm insects for food (verb phrase) /fɑːm ˈɪn.sekts fɔː fʊd/: To raise insects as a food source.
  Vietnamese: Nuôi côn trùng để làm thực phẩm
  Example: Some communities farm insects for food as a sustainable option.

• Crackers (noun) /ˈkræk.əz/: Thin, crisp biscuits often served with cheese.
  Vietnamese: Bánh quy giòn
  Example: She served crackers with a variety of dips.

• Nearby (adverb/adjective) /ˌnɪəˈbaɪ/: Close in distance.
  Vietnamese: Gần
  Example: We stayed at a hotel nearby the airport.

REVIEW VOCABULARY

1. Completion Task

Complete the sentences with the correct words from the list.
Word Bank: expert, expedition, Africa, identify, fascinated

1. The scientist went on an _______ to explore the Amazon rainforest.
2. She is an _______ in ancient Egyptian history.
3. The student was _______ by the colorful marine life in the ocean.
4. The researcher was able to _______ the new species based on its unique features.
5. _______ is known for its rich wildlife and diverse ecosystems.

2. Word Form Task

Write the correct form of the word in parentheses to complete the sentences.

1. His _______ (motivate) to succeed inspired his teammates.
2. The project required complete _______ (cooperate) between the two departments.
3. She remained _______ (focus) on her goal of becoming a doctor.
4. Their _______ (invent) made life easier for many people.
5. He was deeply _______ (drive) to achieve success in his career.

3. Synonym Matching Task

Match the words on the left with their closest synonyms on the right.

4. Gap-Fill Task (Paragraph Form)

Fill in the blanks with the correct words from the word bank.

Word Bank: childhood dream, family tree, museum, motivated, nearby

Growing up, it was her _______ to become an archaeologist. She spent hours researching her _______ to learn more about her ancestors. One day, she visited a _______ to see artifacts from ancient civilizations. This experience left her feeling _______ to pursue her goals. Fortunately, there was a historical site _______ where she could volunteer and gain experience.

5. Multiple-Choice Task

Choose the correct option to complete the sentences.

1. A _______ is someone who studies plants.
   a. Botanist
   b. Entomologist
   c. Career
   d. Mission

2. The scientist worked tirelessly to _______ a new species of bird.
   a. Get in touch with
   b. Identify
   c. Invent
   d. Farm

3. The astronauts returned safely from their _______.
   a. Fascination
   b. Expedition
   c. Career
   d. Motivation

4. The students had to show _______ in completing the group project.
   a. Motivation
   b. Cooperation
   c. Family tree
   d. Nearby

5. _______ is home to many unique animals, including lions and elephants.
   a. Africa
   b. Expert
   c. Museum
   d. Botanist

ANSWER KEYS

1. Completion 

1. expedition
2. expert
3. fascinated
4. identify
5. Africa

2. Word form

Answer Key:

1. motivation
2. cooperation
3. focused
4. invention
5. driven

3. Synonym matching

Answer Key:
1-d, 2-b, 3-e, 4-a, 5-c

4. Gap-filling task

Answer Key:
childhood dream, family tree, museum, motivated, nearby

5. Multiple choice task

Answer Key:
1-a, 2-b, 3-b, 4-b, 5-a