1. Fill in the blank with a suitable word in the box.

(Điền vào chỗ trống với một từ thích hợp trong hộp.)

1. Studying hard can _____ (cause sb to be in a situation) individuals toward academic success and personal growth.

2. Studying abroad can _____ (promote) a deeper cultural understanding.

3. Mr. Hung always keeps up with _____ (current) issues by reading daily newspapers and online articles.

4. Thanks to my teachers, I have managed to _____ through (deal effectively with) four challenging university years.

5. There are many differences in the _____ (beliefs or ideas) of parents and their children.

2. Match the phrases in the box with the pictures.

(Nối các cụm từ trong hộp với các ảnh.)

3. Read the text and choose the correct answer A, B, Cor D which fits best according to the text.

(Đọc bài đọc và chọn đáp án A, B, C hoặc D phù hợp nhất theo bài đọc.)

After spending 12 years of formal education, many expect the end of their studying journey, However, the reality is that learning is an ongoing process with no endpoint. This lifelong process is not a burden but it can radically transform one’s life.

Continuous learning fosters an open mindset crucial in today’s world. In an era of digital communication, information travels quickly, so the world needs to change accordingly. Failing to welcome these changes can lead to isolation. Lifelong learners, with their understanding of contemporary social issues, develop flexible and accepting attitudes towards development, thus avoiding the risk of falling behind.

Just as they have a more open mindset, life-long learners tend to excel in their careers. In a knowledge economy, those with up-to-date expertise hold a competitive advantage over others. Equipped with plenty of knowledge, their brains can synthesize new information to generate more innovative ideas. This allows them to advance greatly in their professions and even make a change in the world. Sam Altman, CEO of ChatGPT, by constantly studying Artificial Intelligence, managed to pioneer a chatbot that can respond to most questions. His invention immediately propelled him to the top ranks in his sector.

Another significant benefit is the impact on personal development. By definition, life-long learners always try to enrich their knowledge and deepen their understanding of the world. These people can then reflect on them to derive their own lite lessons, which contributes to their emotional maturity. This aids them significantly in navigating through difficulties, leading to a more fulfilling life.

Life-long learning has the power to change people's lives for the better in terms of ideologies, professions and self-development. While the power of knowledge lies within us all activating and enhancing it requires an ongoing commitment to learning.

1. What would be the best title for the passage?

A. Life-long learning: dos and don'ts

B. How does life-long learning lead to an open mindset

C. The transformative power of life-long learning

D. How to learn for life

2. Why do people need to have an open mindset in today's world?

A. To avoid falling behind and being isolated.

B To be more adaptable to changes.

C. To travel more frequently.

D. To deepen their understanding of current issues.

3. Which of the following is NOT how life-long learners succeed in their careers?

A. They come up with more creative ideas.

B. They dominate the knowledge economy.

C. They have more updated professional knowledge.

D. They may change the world with their ideas.

4. The word "synthesize" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _____.

A. understand              B. process                   C. separate                  D. combine

5. How can life-long learners develop themselves?

A. They think deeply about the new knowledge they acquired.

B. They learn many valuable life lessons from books.

C. They refuse to enrich their knowledge.

D. They live their lives to the fullest.

6. The word "them" in paragraph 4 refers to

A. life-long learners    B. life lessons              C. difficulties              D. knowledge and understanding

7. Which of the following can be inferred from the text?

A. Learning for life is a burden we should avoid.

B. People should stop learning after 12 years of formal education.

C. Life-long learning is crucial in today's world.

D. Knowledge is a power that is always activated.

8. What is the organization of the text?

A. Compare and contrast                                B. Problem and solution

C. Listing                                                        D. Time order

4. Read the text again and complete the following summary using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS from the text for each blank.

(Đọc bài khóa lần nữa và hoàn thành bài tổng kết sau dùng KHÔNG QUÁ BA TỪ từ bai đọc cho mỗi chỗ trống.)

In the age of (1) _____, the world today has to change according to how information travels. Life-long learners are the ones having (2) _____ attitudes towards these changes. They also have (3) _____ that can help them innovate and succeed, just like how Sam Altman managed to be in the (4) _____ of his field thanks to his invention of GhatGPT. Another benefit of life-long learning is self-development. As they acquire knowledge, those learning for life can (5) _____ their own lessons and become more mature. Their lives become more (6) _____ as a result.

5.  Use and reflect on the ideas provided in the text to complete the following reflection worksheet.

(Sử dụng và suy ngẫm về những ý tưởng được cung cấp trong văn bản để hoàn thành phiếu bài tập suy ngẫm sau.)

REFLECTION SHEET

1. Describe a time when life-long learning positively impacted your life or study.

• What activity or experience are you referring to?

• When did it take place?

• Why did it impact your life or study positively?

2. List two areas or subjects you like exploring further through life-long learning.

3. Set at least one short-term and one long-term learning goal for yourself. Write your goal in the present tense; for example. "I read at least 15 book pages every day".

4. Identify any challenges that may hinder your life-long learning. Use the following sentence prompts:

•I may struggle / have difficulty with + Ving

•. . . may hinder me from learning for life

•.. . may be a challenge for me