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Tiếng Anh THPT – Bảng A 2 listening to music with (7) ___deep bass___; it can promote feelings of power. You can even strike a powerful pose or give yourself a pep talk. Tip two: believe in your ability to improve. If you're looking for a long-term change, consider the way you think about your abilities and talents. Do you think they are fixed at birth, or that they can be developed, (8) ___like a muscle___? These beliefs matter because they can influence how you act when you're faced with setbacks. If you have a fixed mindset, meaning that you think your talents are (9) ___locked in place___, you might give up, assuming you've discovered something you're not very good at. But if you have a growth mindset and think your abilities can improve, a challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow. (10) ___ Neuroscience ___ supports the growth mindset. The connections in your brain do get stronger and grow with study and practice. It also turns out, on average, people who have a growth mindset are more successful, getting better grades, and doing better (11) ___in the face___ of challenges. Tip three: (12) ___practice failure___. Face it, you're going to fail sometimes. Everyone does. J.K. Rowling was rejected by twelve different publishers before one picked up "Harry Potter." The Wright Brothers built on (13) ___ history's failed attempts ___ at flight, including some of their own, before designing a successful airplane. Studies show that those who fail regularly and keep trying anyway are (14) ___ better equipped ___ to respond to challenges and setbacks in a constructive way. They learn how to try different strategies, ask others for advice, and (15) ___ persevere ___. So, think of a challenge you want to take on, realize it's not going to be easy, accept that you'll make mistakes, and be kind to yourself when you do. Give yourself a pep talk, stand up, and go for it. The excitement you'll feel knowing that whatever the result, you'll have gained greater knowledge and understanding. This is confidence. Part 2. You will hear a recording a nutritionist called Penny Flack talking about the effects of health and diet in some countries around the world. For questions 16-20, decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F). Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided. EATING FOR HEALTH 16. A quarter of Europeans and Americans are now said to be obese. T 17. American politicians have been discussing how to tackle the causes and consequences of obesity. F 18. High-fat cheese and meat is causing the French to become obese. F 19. Heart disease is becoming more common in Japan and Greenland. F 20. Scientists have discovered that a number of spices used in Indian cooking can improve brain health. T TRANSCRIPT Thanks for that lovely introduction Helen. You are doubtless aware that obesity, being grossly overweight, is one of the greatest challenges of the 21st century. The instances of this have tripled since

Tiếng Anh THPT – Bảng A 4 This type of unsaturated fat, called omega-3, we already know has huge benefits for the bones. What has only recently been discovered and is therefore less well known is that it is also said to improve mental health. And for those of us who are worried about forgetting things, scientists are also suggesting that turmeric, a key ingredient of curries, may be a major factor as to why elderly Indian people are less likely to lose their memory than someone in the western world. So, perhaps we can learn from other nations and cultures. Part 3. You will hear a radio interview in which two young journalists – called Angus Brown and Yolanda Zouche – are talking about their work. For questions 21-25, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best according to what you hear. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided. 21. In Yolanda’s opinion, what is the most challenging aspect of her job? A. finding suitable images to accompany articles B. trying to locate interviewees C. expressing herself coherently within a tight word limit D. working to demanding time constraints 22. What is it about their work that Angus and Yolanda both enjoy? A. the variety of the projects they get involved in B. the challenge of reporting news effectively C. the opportunity to meet interesting people D. the appeal of searching out information 23. In Angus’s opinion, the advantage of online newspapers over print versions is that they ______ A. are able to cover a greater range of topics. B. can keep up with events as they develop. C. allow interaction by readers. D. reach a far wider public. 24. What made getting a job in journalism so hard for Angus? A. the extent of competition for posts B. a low level of encouragement from others C. a lack of previous professional experience D. the difficulty of establishing useful contacts 25. Angus’s recommendation for aspiring journalists is to ______ A. cultivate an interest in a specific field. B. seize every opportunity to express themselves in writing. C. concentrate on developing a distinct style.