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GET TO KNOW

EACH OTHER
In 30sec – memorize as many word as you can then write on mini board.
Lucky wheel will choose a member from a team to describe the word.
2ND GRADE

EXTRA WRITING
WRITING TASK 2
UNIT 7 – FAME & THE MEDIA – AGREE VS
DISAGREE ESSAY
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than
for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task Task
Write Check
analysis plan
Topic : celebrities,
glamour and wealth, (1)Introduction
achievements, bad
example to young people
(2)Body 1
Question type : Agree or (3)Body 2
disagree => Opinion
How to answer? (4)Conclusion
- 100% agree
- 100 % disagree
- Partly agree
WRITING TASK 2 – 100% agree/disagree
• General statement: Paraphrase the question It is a fact that ….
INTRODUCTION • Thesis statement: Personally, I completely agree/ disagree with my opinion, I
am in agreement with this idea/ I am not in agreement with this idea.

• Topic sentence 1: The first reason for this is


because …. is … / One of the main reasons why
Reason 1 …
• Supporting sentences: If ….. For example, …..
• Topic sentence 2: In addition to the reason above, I
Reason 2 also believe that …
• Supporting sentences: If ….. For example, …..

• Restate opinion
CONCLUSION • In conclusion, … / Overall, … / All in all, …
• Ultimately, … / In the end, …
WRITING TASK 2 – Partly agree
• General statement: Paraphrase the question It is a fact that ….
INTRODUCTION • Thesis statement: Personally, I partly agree/ disagree with my opinion, I
am in agreement with this idea/ I am not in agreement with this idea.

• Topic sentence 1: The first reason for this is


because …. is … / One of the main reasons why
Why agree …
• Supporting sentences: If ….. For example, …..
• Topic sentence 2: In addition to the reason above, I
Why disagree also believe that …
• Supporting sentences: If ….. For example, …..

• Restate opinion
CONCLUSION • In conclusion, … / Overall, … / All in all, …
• Ultimately, … / In the end, …
10 COLLOCATIONS – TOPIC: UNIT 7 – FAME & THE MEDIA
A has-been (n) a person who was famous, important, admired, or good người ta đã hết
/ˈhæz.biːn/ at something in the past, but is no longer any of these: thời
Ex: She’s a has-been TV star.

(A) claim to idio Someone's reason for being famous or well-known lý do ai hoặc cái gì
fame m Ex: This little town’s claim to fame is that a president trở nên nổi tiếng
/kleɪm//feɪm/ was born here hoặc được biết tới.
Stardom (n) t​he state of being famous as an actor, a singer, etc. cương vị là minh
/ˈstɑːr.dəm/ Ex: From childhood, Lalisa Manobal seemed destined tinh
for stardom
ostentatious (a) Showing your money, possessions, or power, in an phô trương
/ˌɑː.stənˈteɪ.ʃəs/ attempt to make other people notice and admire you
Ex: They criticized the ostentatious lifestyle of their
leaders.
Prestige (n) Respect and admiration given to someone/something, uy tín, uy thế
/pre'sti:ʒ/ usually because of a reputation for high quality,
success, or social influence
Ex: Many people are attracted by the prestige of
working for a top company.
10 COLLOCATIONS – TOPIC: UNIT 7 – FAME & THE MEDIA
New-found (n) Becoming very famous Một sự nổi tiếng gần
fame Ex: The recent film has brought the actress new- đây
found fame.
Household idio a person or thing that is well known by the public. một cái tên mà mọi
name m Ex: I’ve always wanted to become a successful actor, người đều biết
who is a household name in my country
Hit the (n) ​to appear in the news suddenly or receive a lot of Xuất hiện thường
headlines attention in news reports xuyên trên các
Ex: She hit the headlines after her scandal at the film phương tiện báo đài
studio.
Be in the public (a) to be famous and written about in newspapers and Xuất hiện trên các
eye magazines and seen on television bảng tin, phương tiện
Ex: The Beckham family is always in the public eye. truyền thông báo đài.

Make a name (n) to become famous or well-known as a result of doing a Trở nên nổi tiếng và
for yourself particular thing được mọi người tôn
Ex: Tran Thanh made a name for himself as a trọng
talented MC.
1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10

fame
Prestige Be in the public Stardom has-been ostentatious
/pre'sti:ʒ/ eye /ˈstɑːr.dəm/ /ˈhæz.biːn/ /ˌɑː.stənˈteɪ.ʃəs/

Make a name for Hit the headlines claim to fame New-found fame Household name
yourself /kleɪm//feɪm/

fame
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than
for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?
Task analysis

Key words in Synonyms


questions
Nowadays These days, In recent years, In today’s
world In this day and age, In today’s
modern society, Currently, Presently, At
present
Celebrities Famous people, stars , influencers
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than
for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?
Task analysis

Key words in Synonyms


questions
Famous Well-known, renowned, some one
that everyone knows
Glamour and wealth Glamorous and wealthy lifestyles;
show off their wealth
Achievements Success, talents, accomplishments
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their
achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?

Task analysis

Key words in Synonyms


questions
Set a bad example Have negative effects on // be
influenced negatively by
Young people Young generation, youngsters,
fans
Outline 1: One-sided essay
Introduction (2 câu)
Câu 1: Paraphrase lại yêu cầu đề bài
Câu 2: Đưa ra quan điểm: In my opinion, I completely agree/disagree with this
view.
Body 1 (5 câu): Đưa ra luận điểm đầu tiên
Topic sentence: The first reason why I agree/disagree is that ….
Đưa ra và phát triển luận điểm đầu tiên
Body 2 (5 câu): Đưa ra luận điểm thứ hai
Topic sentence: Another rationale behind my belief is that …
Đưa ra và phát triển luận điểm thứ hai
Conclusion (1-2 câu): Tóm lại bài viết: In conclusion, I completely
agree/disagree that [paraphrase lại đề bài] because [luận điểm 1] and [luận điểm
2].
Outline 2: Balanced essay
(Thường dùng cho dạng đề có 2 vế)
Introduction (2 câu)
Câu 1: Paraphrase lại yêu cầu đề bài
Câu 2: Đưa ra quan điểm: Although I agree that [quan điểm về vế thứ 1], I still believe
[quan điểm về vế thứ hai]
Body 1 (5 câu): Quan điểm về vế thứ 1
Topic sentence: It is true that…
Idea 1
Idea 2
Body 2 (5 câu): Quan điểm về vế thứ hai
Topic sentence: Nevertheless, I still hold the view that…
Idea 1
Idea 2
Conclusion (1-2 câu): Tóm lại bài viết: In conclusion, while I agree with the view that
[quan điểm về vế thứ 1], I still believe [quan điểm về vế thứ hai]
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than
for their achievements, and this sets v
a bad example to young people. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

I strongly I tend to
agree disagree

I tend to I strongly
agree disagree
BRAINSTORMING QUESTIONS

celebrities have the ability to:


- make lots of money,
- entertain millions of people,
- inspire many individuals

Yet, why do celebrities and influencers make so much money and how do
they do it?
- the entertainment industry,
- social media platforms,
- and sponsors are very profitable. Sponsors, like companies and businesses, are
the main profit for celebrities and influencers (boost their brands)
BRAINSTORMING QUESTIONS

Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than
for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?
Agree :
Born in a wealthy family => be inherited money or get married to billionaires
=> bad habits (…..) + appear on media => affect mindset of young fans who are
not mature to decide what is right or wrong
BRAINSTORMING QUESTIONS
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their
achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?
Disagree :
Work really hard, enhance their skills and abilities => show their motivation and
determination =>
Example : Singers from poor family with good personalities => attempt to become
famous artists => encourage / inspire young people to make effort to achieve their goals
BRAINSTORMING QUESTIONS

why professional workers deserve a high salary.


- they have to spend many years studying and researching
- doctors and nurses are directly dealing with human life, and thus the pressure
and responsibility in treating patients are very high.
- teachers play a pivotal role in both educating and training the young
generation.
- Without them, there will be no qualified professors like doctors and scientists
who drive the country forward
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than
for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

Agree : Many people Disagree: many celebrities


achieve fame without whose accomplishments make
really working for it them excellent role models for
young people
Born in a wealthy family => be inherited Work really hard, enhance their skills and abilities =>
money or get married to billionaires => bad show their motivation and determination =>
habits (…..) + appear on media => affect
mindset of young fans who are not mature
to decide what is right or wrong
Example : Singers from poor family with good
personalities => attempt to become famous artists =>
Task plan encourage / inspire young people to make effort to
achieve their goals
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than
for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

What is your opinion ? PARTLY AGREE (3)

SAMPLE: In recent years, famous people have been known


for their glamorous and wealthy lifestyles rather than their
talents and success. While/ Although I agree that young
fans will be negatively influenced by these celebrities, I
believe that stars with good habits and personalities will be
role models for teenagers.
WRITING GUIDE
• Write a brief plan.
• Give your opinion clearly.
• Make sure each main point has supporting evidence.
• Briefly consider the opposite opinion.
• Leave a few minutes to check your essay.
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than
for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

PRACTICE WRITING:
INTRODUCTION – WORK IN PAIRS
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Practice
1.Who is your favourite celebrity in your a. I think I e. I agree.
country?
disagree. f. I’m not
2. What types of people become famous in b. I’m not so convinced.
your country? sure. g. I think
c. Maybe you’re right.
3. Do you like any foreign celebrities? you’ve got a h. Yes,
point there. definitely.
4. How do celebrities influence their fans
in your country? d. Don’t get
me wrong, but
5. Would you like to be a famous person? I don’t think so.
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than
for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

FULL ESSSAY ( 250 WORDS)

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