1. Read the essay. What is it about?

(Đọc bài luận. Nó nói về điều gì.)

Ending the Energy Crisis!

A. The climate crisis, which threatens both the global economy and the environment, is undoubtedly one of the most concerning issues of the twenty-first century. With energy demand increasing year after year, it is critical that we find solutions to this problem. So, what are some suitable solutions?

B. The first suggestion is that we should reduce our energy consumption. For example, we should turn off lights and electronics when they are not in use. We need to switch from traditional bulbs to more efficient alternatives that use less power and last much longer. This would result in lower energy demand and consumption.

C. Another useful suggestion would be to invest in renewable energy sources. In particular, if we could install more wind farms and solar power stations, we would reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. They also provide a clean source of renewable energy and boost economic growth.

D. Overall, reducing energy consumption and investing in renewable energy sources are important solutions to the energy crisis. If we take these steps, we will be able to help protect the environment and ensure a more sustainable future. Why not start reducing our energy consumption today?

2. Read the essay again. Which paragraph…

(Đọc bài luận lại lần nữa. Đoạn văn nào…)

• includes the writer's first suggestion and expected results?

• states the topic?

• summarises main points and expresses an opinion?

• includes the writer's second suggestion and expected results?

3.  Read the essay again. Underline the transitional words/phrases and pronouns.

(Đọc lại bài luận. Gạch chân dưới các từ/cụm từ chuyển tiếp và các đại từ .)

4. Match the solutions (1-2) to the examples (a-b) and expected results (c-d).

(Nối các giải pháp (1-2) đến các ví dụ (a-b) và kết quả mong đợi (c-d).)

5. You will submit an English essay to your school magazine suggesting solutions to our society's energy inefficiency problem. Answer the questions.

(Bạn sẽ nộp một bài luận tiếng Anh cho tạp chí của trường về việc đề nghị các giải pháp về vấn đề năng lượng kém hiệu quả. Trả lời các câu hỏi sau.)

1. What are you going to write? Who for?

(Bạn định sẽ viết gì? Cho ai?)

2. What solutions with examples can you suggest?

(Những giải pháp với ví dụ nào mà bạn có thể đề nghị.)

3 What are the expected results?

(Những kết quả được mong đợi là gì?)

6. Write your essay (about 180-200 words).

(Viết bài luận của bạn (khoảng 180-200 từ).)

Introduction   (Paragraph 1) stating the topic

Main body      (Paragraph 2) writing the first suggestion with example(s) and expected result(s)

(Paragraph 3) writing the second suggestion with example(s) and expected result(s)

Conclusion      (Paragraph 4) summarising your points, stating your opinion