1. You are going to read a biography about Leonardo DiCaprio. What do the highlighted words / phrases mean? Choose the correct answer, A or B.

1. a breakthrough role (n)

A. a role in a film that allows somebody to become famous

B. a role that is not important in a film

2. rise to stardom (n)

A. the process of becoming famous

B. the state of being ignored

3. to be catapulted into fame (v)

A. to be out-of-date

B. to become famous very quickly

4 prowess (n)

A. expertise

B. recognition

5. philanthropic (adj)

A. related to the environment

B. giving back or helping others

A biography about Leonardo DiCaprio

A. Leonardo DiCaprio, born in 1974, is an American actor who is renowned for his diverse roles in movies. He began his acting career at a very young age, appearing in commercials and TV shows before having a breakthrough role in “This Boy’s Life” (1993), where his talent shone brightly.

B. DiCaprio’s rise to stardom came with his portrayal of Jack Dawson in the blockbuster “Titanic” (1997), catapulting him into global fame. He continued to impress audiences and critics alike with his roles in “The Aviator" (2004), “Inception” (2010), and “The Revenant” (2015). The latter earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor.

C. Apart from his acting prowess, DiCaprio is famous for his environmental activism, using his platform to raise awareness about climate change and environmental issues. His philanthropic efforts further highlight his commitment to making a positive impact on the world.

D. Leonardo DiCaprio’s journey from a talented actor to a Hollywood superstar is marked by his impressive acting performances and his dedication to important global causes, making him a beloved and prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

2. Match each paragraph with one of the headings below.

(Nối các đoạn văn với một trong các tiêu đề bên dưới.)

i. The overall significance of Leonardo DiCaprio

ii. His acting career and highlights

iii. DiCaprio's career start

iv. His contributions outside acting

A. _____                     B. _____                     C. _____                     D. _____

3. Read the biography again and answer the following questions in FULL SENTENCES.

(Đọc lại bài tiểu sử một lần nữa và trả lời các câu hỏi sau bằng những câu đầy đủ.)

1. Who is Leonardo DiCaprio and when was he born?

2. Which film role catapulted him into global fame?

3. What did his role in “The Revenant" (2015) earn him?

4. What does DiCaprio do in his environmental activism?

5. What makes him a beloved and prominent figure in the entertainment industry?

4. Make notes about a famous actor / actress you admire. Then use the notes to write a biography (180-200 words). Use the useful language in Exercise 1.

(Viết ghi chú về một diễn viên nam/ nữ và bạn ấn tượng. Sau đó dùng những ghi chú đó viết một tiểu sử (180 – 200 từ). Dùng những ngôn ngữ thông dụng trong bài tập 1.)

My favourite actor / actress is Angela Joile.

Personal information:

- Year of birth: _________________________.

- Nationality: _________________________.

Background and early career

- Started acting at the age of _________________________.

- What he / she did at the beginning of his / her career:

_________________________

_________________________

_________________________

- His / Her breakthrough role: _________________________