Read the text then answer the questions. (Đọc và trả lời câu hỏi)

Dear guests, I’d like to talk to you today about renewable and non-renewable energy. Fossil fuels are non-renewable energy sources. They include oil, coal, and natural gas. They can be used to create energy, generate electricity, or drive big machinery. Unfortunately, they are harmful to the environment. Viet Nam still relies mostly on non-renewable energy sources, however, hydro power is increasingly used here too.

Hydro and nuclear power can generate a great deal of energy. They are renewable and plentiful. However, hydro power is limited because dams cannot be built in certain areas. Nuclear power can provide enough electricity for the world’s needs, but it is dangerous. The sun and the wind are other alternative sources of energy. The wind turns turbines to

make electricity. Solar power can be converted into electricity. It can be used to heat or cool our houses. Although there are some disadvantages, these alternative energy sources can offer abundant amounts of clean, safe electricity. They will be valued more and more in the future in Viet Nam.

1.How many types of energy sources are mentioned in the text? What are they?

2.What are the disadvantages of hydro and nuclear power?

3.Why do you think the wind and the sun are called alternative sources of energy?

4.What types of energy does Viet Nam use most?

5.What does the professor think Viet Nam will use more in the future?

We use many different energy sources to do work for us. Energy sources are classified into two groups - renewable and nonrenewable. Non-renewable energy sources are those that take millions of years to form and will run out some day. It is energy that comes from fossil fuels such as coal, crude oil, and natural gas. Fossil fuels are mainly made up of carbon and were formed millions of years ago. The chemical reaction which takes place when we burn fossil fuels releases carbon compounds such as carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide into the air. Carbon dioxide is one of the green house gases which is contributing to global warming and air pollution. On the other hand, renewable energy sources will never run out, are better for the environment and do not cause pollution. Renewable energy is often called green energy because it is a natural energy, always available and does not have to be formed like nonrenewable energy. The green energy is always there. For example, the Sun consistently shines, water is abundant, and the winds blow throughout the year. The five types include solar, energy from the Sun; geothermal, energy from heat within the Earth; hydroelectric, energy from moving water; biomass, energy from dead plants and microorganisms and finally, energy from the wind.

 a. Read the text and underline the correct title.

(Đọc văn bản và gạch chân chủ đề đúng.)

1. The Advantages of Clean Energy Sources (Lợi ích của năng lượng sạch)

2. Comparing Different Energy Sources (So sánh các nguồn năng lượng khác nhau)

Choosing the best option for energy can be difficult. Coal power is the most popular form of energy today because coal plants aren't expensive to build. However, they can produce a lot of pollution. Other non-renewable energy sources, like natural gas, are cleaner than coal, but they still aren't good for the environment.

Countries are now moving to renewable sources of energy like wind, solar, and hydroelectric power.

Wind and solar power plants are clean and cheap to run, but they aren't cheap to build. Also, wind turbines are noisy and need windy weather to work well, and solar power doesn't work at night. Hydroelectric plants also don't cause pollution, but they can be expensive to build and affect the environment by stopping fish from moving freely. For these reasons, countries and cities usually choose a mix of energy types.

Almost all our energy comes from oil, coal, and natural gas. We call them fossil fuels. The earth’s fossil fuels are running out. What will happen when there is no coal, oil and gas on earth?

Scientists are trying to find and use other alternative sources of energy. We can use energy from the sun, the wind, and the water.

Solar energy is unlimited. The sun supplies all the energy used to grow plants, to evaporate water for rain, and to maintain the temperature of the planet. All are necessary for human life. If we are able to collect solar energy, we will be sure to have this abundant source of power.

1. From which do plants on the earth get energy?

A. Stars

B. The Mars

C. The moon

D, The sun

2. What are the other words or phrase for fossil fuels?

A. Natural

B. Oil

C. Coal

D. Oil, gas, natural gas

3. Natural sources of energy are energy from..............

A. Wind

B. The sun

C. Water

D. The sun, wind, water

4. The word "abundant" in the passage is closet in meaning with............

A. Plentiful

B. Limited

C. Natural

D. Necessary

Put the sentences to make a logical dialogue

A. How can we do that, Dad?

B. Sure, Dad.

C. Anh we will use renewable energy sources like solar energy.

D. I will ride a bike to school tomorrow. What else, Dad?

E. We can travel by public transport or bicycles.

F. What are non-renewable sources of energy, Dad?

G. Is it a better source of energy?

H. Ph, so they will run out.

I. Yes, it is clean and plentiful

J. Yes. That's why we have to save the energy

L. Well, those sources of energy are limited and can't be replaced after use

M. You should turn off the TV or computer when you don't use them.

Đọc đoạn văn sau và đánh dấu T/ F:

Energy is fundamental to human beings. Many poor people in developing countries do not have modern sources of energy like electricity or natural gas, with which their life can be improved.

The tendency to use renewable energy sources in developing countries is on the increase as non-renewable ones are running out_ệIn the future, the wind and the sun will be used as the most important environmentally friendly energy sources.

1. Non - renewable sources are being used up.

2. Many poor people in developing countries do not have little electricity.

3. Biogas is a new source of energy available for poor people.

4. Biogas creates a lot of smoke.

5. The new energy source is not costly.

We use many different energy sources to do work for us. Energy sources are classified into two groups -renewable and nonrenewable. Non-renewable energy sources are those that take millions of years to form and will run out some day. It is energy that comes from fossil fuels such as coal, crude oil, and natural gas. Fossil fuels are mainly made up of carbon and were formed millions of years ago. The chemical reaction which takes place when we burn fossil fuels releases carbon compounds such as carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide into the air. Carbon dioxide is one of the green house gases which is contributing to global warming and air pollution. On the other hand, renewable energy sources will never run out, are better for the environment and do not cause pollution. Renewable energy is often called green energy because it is a natural energy, always available and does not have to be formed like nonrenewable energy. The green energy is always there. For example, the Sun consistently shines, water is abundant, and the winds blow throughout the year. The five types include solar, energy from the Sun; geothermal, energy from heat within the Earth; hydroelectric, energy from moving water; biomass, energy from dead plants and microorganisms and finally, energy from the wind.

5. Are renewable sources bad for the environment?

6. Why is renewable energy called green energy?

Energy is fundament to human beings. Many poor people in developing countries do not have modern sources of energy like electricity or natural gas, with which their life can be improved.

People who live in mountainous areas have to gather wood for fuel. This takes a lot of time. For many people living in rural areas, biogas is the largest energy resource available. The main use of biogas is for cooking and heating, but it can also provide energy for public transport. As biogas is smoke-free, it helps the problem of indoor air pollution. Moreover, it is made from plant waste and animal manure. They cost almost nothing.

The tendency to use renewable energy sources in developing sources in developing countries is on the increase as non-renewable ones are running out. In the future, the wind and the sun will be used as the most important environmentally friendly energy sources.

* Then answer the questions.

1. What don't many poor people in developing countries have?

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2. Where is biogas made from?

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3. Does biogas help the problem of indoor air pollution?

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4. What environmentally friendly enery sources will be used in the future?

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5. Is biogas renewable or non-renewable source?

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 (3) Read the text. (Page 44)

Dear guests, I’d like to talk to you today about renewable and non-renewable energy.

Fossil fuels are nom-renewable energy sources. They include oil, coal, and natural gas. They can be used to create energy, generate electricity or drive big machinery. Unfortunately, they are harmful to the environment. Viet Nam still relies mostly on non-renewable energy sources, however, hydro power is increasingly used here too.

Hydro and nuclear power can generate a great deal of energy. They are renewable and plentiful. However, hydro power is limited because dams cannot be built in certain areas. Nuclear power can provide enough electricity for the world’s needs, but it is dangerous.

The sun and the wind are other alternative sources of energy. The win turns turbines to make electricity. Solar power can be converted into electricity. It can be used to heat or cool our houses. Although there are some disadvantages, these alternative energy sources can offer abundant amounts of clean, safe electricity. They will be valued more and more in the future in Viet Nam.

a. Match the verbs with the nouns.

Verbs Nouns

1. create

2. drive

3. generate

4. turn

5. heat a. machinery

b. turbines

c. energy

d. houses

e. electricity

Answer: 1…,2…,3…,4…,5…

b. Answer the questions.

1. How many types of energy sources are mentioned in the text? What are they?

…………………………………………………………………………………………..

2. What are the disadvantages of hydro and nuclear power?

………………………………………………………………………………………….

3. Why do you think the wind and the sun are called alternative sources of energy?

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4. What types of energy does Viet Nam use most?

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