There have been efforts in Vietnam to protect and restore ecosystems, such as the Green Annamites Project, which aims to protect the forest ecosystem and biodiversity in the Annamites mountain range. In addition, there are initiatives to restore mangrove forests in the Mekong Delta and protect coral reefs in Nha Trang Bay.

Regarding the applicability of the ideas in the text to Vietnam, it depends on the specific context and conditions in Vietnam. The Great Green Wall project, for example, is focused on restoring degraded land in Africa, which may not be directly applicable to Vietnam. However, the idea of ecosystem restoration and protection is relevant to any country, and the principles and strategies used in these projects could be adapted and applied to Vietnam's unique ecological challenges. For example, efforts to protect and restore marine ecosystems like the Belize Barrier Reef could be relevant to Vietnam's extensive coastal areas and rich marine biodiversity. Overall, it would require careful consideration and adaptation to make these ideas applicable to Vietnam.

Tạm dịch:

Việt Nam đã có những nỗ lực bảo vệ và phục hồi các hệ sinh thái, chẳng hạn như Dự án Trường Sơn Xanh nhằm bảo vệ hệ sinh thái rừng và đa dạng sinh học ở dãy Trường Sơn. Ngoài ra, còn có các sáng kiến khôi phục rừng ngập mặn ở ĐBSCL và bảo vệ rạn san hô ở vịnh Nha Trang.

Về khả năng áp dụng các ý trong văn bản vào Việt Nam thì tùy thuộc vào bối cảnh và điều kiện cụ thể ở Việt Nam. Ví dụ, dự án Bức tường xanh vĩ đại tập trung vào việc khôi phục đất bị suy thoái ở Châu Phi, điều này có thể không áp dụng trực tiếp cho Việt Nam. Tuy nhiên, ý tưởng phục hồi và bảo vệ hệ sinh thái phù hợp với bất kỳ quốc gia nào, và các nguyên tắc cũng như chiến lược được sử dụng trong các dự án này có thể được điều chỉnh và áp dụng cho các thách thức sinh thái đặc thù của Việt Nam. Ví dụ, những nỗ lực bảo vệ và phục hồi các hệ sinh thái biển như Rạn san hô Chắn bờ Belize có thể phù hợp với các vùng ven biển rộng lớn và đa dạng sinh học biển phong phú của Việt Nam. Nhìn chung, cần phải xem xét và điều chỉnh cẩn thận để những ý tưởng này có thể áp dụng cho Việt Nam.

Khoa is a 16-year-old high school student who loves spending time with his group of friends after school. They usually go to the mall, play sports or video games, or just hang out at each other's houses. However, Khoa's parents are becoming increasingly concerned about his friends' behavior and influence on him. They've noticed that Khoa is staying out later than usual, neglecting his school work, and acting more rebellious and disrespectful at home.

Khoa's parents have tried to talk to him about their concerns and suggest that he spend less time with his friends or choose better friends, but Khoa resists their efforts. He argues that his friends are cool and fun to be with, and that his parents are just being overprotective and boring.

The situation becomes more tense when Khoa's parents find out that some of his friends have been caught smoking and shoplifting. They forbid Khoa from hanging out with them and threaten to punish him if he disobeys. Khoa feels torn between his loyalty to his friends and his respect for his parents' authority.

In this scenario, Khoa and his parents are facing a common problem of conflicting values and priorities. Khoa wants to belong to his peer group and have fun, while his parents want to protect him from negative influences and ensure his future success. It's not easy for either side to compromise or understand each other's perspective, but communication and empathy can help bridge the gap.

The text mentions three essential skills required for teenagers to become independent, which are decision-making skills, time-management skills, and life skills.

Apart from the skills mentioned in the text, some other skills teenagers need to become independent include communication skills, problem-solving skills, financial management skills, goal-setting skills, and critical thinking skills. Also, teenagers need to learn how to be emotionally intelligent and how to develop positive relationships with others.

Vietnam has several methods of preserving heritage. One of the most common methods is through government funding. The government invests money in preserving heritage sites and objects, and it has been successful in many cases. Another way is through public-private partnerships, where companies provide funding for heritage preservation in exchange for advertising or other benefits.

Vietnam has also used UNESCO funding for the preservation of its cultural heritage. Additionally, the country has implemented strict heritage laws to protect its heritage sites and objects. For example, in 2016, Vietnam passed a law on cultural heritage, which regulates the protection, preservation, and promotion of the country's heritage. 

As for which method works best in Vietnam, it depends on the specific context and situation. Each method has its advantages and disadvantages, and a combination of different methods may be the most effective way to preserve heritage in Vietnam.

Top problems teens see among their peers (%)

(Những vấn đề hàng đầu mà thanh thiếu niên gặp phải ở bạn bè đồng trang lứa (%))

1. Anxiety and depression: 70%

(Lo lắng và trầm cảm: 70%)

2. Bullying: 55%

(Bắt nạt: 55%)

3. Poverty: 40%

(Nghèo đói: 40%)

4. Cyberbullying: 15%

(Bắt nạt trên mạng: 15%)

Tạm dịch:

CÁC VẤN ĐỀ XÃ HỘI MÀ THANH THIẾU NIÊN MỸ NGÀY NAY ĐỐI MẶT

Ở nhiều quốc gia trên thế giới, trưởng thành không hề dễ dàng vì thanh thiếu niên phải đối mặt với nhiều vấn đề xã hội. Một nghiên cứu được thực hiện bởi một trung tâm nghiên cứu nổi tiếng ở Hoa Kỳ đã phát hiện ra rằng những điều sau đây là một trong những điều nghiêm trọng nhất.

Lo lắng và trầm cảm: Cứ 10 thanh thiếu niên thì có 7 người coi chúng là một vấn đề nghiêm trọng với bạn bè đồng trang lứa. Nguyên nhân chính khiến thanh thiếu niên lo lắng và trầm cảm là do áp lực xã hội, chẳng hạn như áp lực phải có ngoại hình ưa nhìn, phải phù hợp với các nhóm xã hội và phải giỏi thể thao.

Bắt nạt: 55% nói rằng bắt nạt là một vấn đề lớn đối với thanh thiếu niên và khoảng 15% thừa nhận rằng họ đã trải qua một số hình thức bắt nạt trên mạng. Các em gái hoặc học sinh nhỏ tuổi có nhiều khả năng trở thành nạn nhân của bắt nạt hơn.

Nghèo đói: Cứ 10 thanh thiếu niên thì có 4 người nói rằng nghèo đói cũng là một vấn đề lớn đối với họ. Trên thực tế, khoảng 20% thanh thiếu niên trong cuộc khảo sát phải vật lộn để sống dưới mức nghèo khổ mỗi ngày.

Kết quả khảo sát cho thấy cần hỗ trợ nhiều hơn để giúp thanh thiếu niên tránh các vấn đề xã hội nghiêm trọng và tận hưởng cuộc sống hạnh phúc hơn.

In terms of similarities, both American and Vietnamese teenagers may seek to become more independent during their teenage years. They may also work part-time jobs or engage in community service activities.

In terms of differences, the cultural and educational contexts in which American and Vietnamese teenagers grow up can play a significant role in shaping their experiences and expectations for independence. For example, the emphasis on individualism in American culture may be different from the emphasis on collectivism in Vietnamese culture. Additionally, the education systems in the two countries may have different approaches to promoting independence and self-direction.

Ultimately, the ways in which American and Vietnamese teenagers learn to become independent may depend on a variety of factors, including cultural norms, family dynamics, education, and personal experiences.

Tham khảo:

There are several farming activities in Vietnam that can have a negative impact on the global temperature, including:

1. Rice cultivation: Rice cultivation is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, primarily due to the production of methane during the decomposition of organic matter in flooded rice paddies.

2. Livestock production: Livestock production, particularly from cattle and buffalo, is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions through the production of methane from enteric fermentation and manure management.

3. Pesticide use: Pesticide use in agriculture can lead to the emission of greenhouse gases, particularly nitrous oxide, as well as contribute to soil degradation.

4. Deforestation: Deforestation for agriculture, particularly for expanding rice paddies or livestock grazing areas, can contribute to the release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

 

To address these negative impacts, some alternatives that can be considered include:

1. Sustainable rice cultivation: Alternative rice cultivation methods, such as aerobic rice cultivation or the use of alternate wetting and drying methods, can significantly reduce methane emissions from rice paddies.

2. Improved livestock management: Improved livestock management practices, such as better feeding and manure management, can reduce the emissions of methane and other greenhouse gases.

3. Organic farming: Organic farming practices, including the use of natural pest control methods and composting, can reduce the use of pesticides and fertilizers, as well as promote soil health.

4. Forest conservation and reforestation: Conservation and reforestation efforts can help to reduce the release of carbon dioxide from deforestation and promote carbon sequestration in new forest areas.

Overall, a shift towards sustainable agriculture practices and land use management can help to mitigate the negative impacts of farming activities on the global temperature.

1. I haven’ visited any castles or palaces in VietNam before. However, I know some of the most famous ones such as Hue Imperial Citadel, the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, and the Ho Dynasty Citadel. These historical sites are significant because they showcase the country's rich history and cultural heritage.

(Tôi chưa từng đến thăm bất kỳ lâu đài hay cung điện nào ở Việt Nam trước đây. Tuy nhiên, tôi biết một số địa điểm nổi tiếng nhất như Cố đô Huế, Hoàng thành Thăng Long và Thành nhà Hồ. Những di tích lịch sử này rất có ý nghĩa vì chúng thể hiện di sản văn hóa và lịch sử phong phú của đất nước.)

2. I haven’t seen this palace before, but I guess it is the Hue Imperial Citadel.

(Tôi chưa nhìn thấy cung điện này bao giờ, nhưng tôi đoán đó là Hoàng thành Huế.)

Tham khảo:

The New Year Festivals in Viet Nam and other ASEAN countries have some similarities and differences, which are outlined below.

Similarities:

Both Viet Nam and other ASEAN countries celebrate their New Year Festivals to honour their ancestors and wish for good luck, prosperity, and health for the year to come.The New Year Festivals in both Viet Nam and other ASEAN countries involve family gathering, big family meals, decorations, and art performances.Fireworks are lit to scare away bad luck during the Lunar New Year celebrations in Viet Nam, Singapore, Indonesia, and parts of Malaysia, while water is used to wash away bad luck during the New Year celebrations in Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, and Myanmar.

Differences:

The time of the New Year Festivals in Viet Nam and other ASEAN countries is different. Viet Nam, Singapore, Indonesia, and parts of Malaysia celebrate their New Year Festivals in January or February according to the lunar calendar, while Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, and Myanmar celebrate theirs in April according to the Buddhist calendar.The way of offering respect to ancestors and receiving wishes for good luck and health is different between Viet Nam and other ASEAN countries. In Viet Nam, people burn incense and offer food and drinks to their ancestors at home altars or temples, while in Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, and Myanmar, people offer rice to Buddhist monks and receive wishes from them.The New Year Festivals in Viet Nam and other ASEAN countries have different traditional dishes. For example, in Viet Nam, people usually eat sticky rice cakes and boiled chicken, while in Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, and Myanmar, people eat various traditional dishes such as papaya salad, fish soup, or sticky rice balls.

In summary, while there are some similarities between the New Year Festivals in Viet Nam and other ASEAN countries, the differences in timing, customs, and traditional dishes reflect the unique cultural identities of each country.