HỌC KÌ I
UNIT 1 ANH 8 TRANG 13
HANGING OUT WITH YOUR BEST FRIENDS
Audio Script:
In this week's programme we'll share with you some cool ways to hang out with your best friends after a busy week at school. Basically you can hang out indoors. If you like staying indoors, ask your parents if you can invite one or two friends over. Make some popcorn! Watch a movie! It's more comfortable than going to a cinema! Or if you're feeling creative, you can make crafts togetherằ You'll feel satisfied once you finish something. If you fancy being outdoors, play some sports together. Football, badminton, biking... you name it! Or it can simply be a relaxing walk in the park. All these activities are good for your physical health. Do you prefer something more exciting? Go downtown and to do some people watch. It's fun. If you like something more organised, go to cultural centres, libraries, and museums. Educate yourself while having fun!
UNIT 2 ANH 8 TRANG 23
Audio script:
I live in a mountainous village. My parents often tell me stories about their life in the past. It's not much like the village I can see nowadays. Some villagers now live in brick houses instead of earthen ones. Our houses are better equipped with electric fans and TVs. Thanks to the TV, we now know more about life outside our village. We don't use oil lamps any more. We have electric lights which are much brighter. More villagers are using motorcycles for transport instead of riding a horse or walking. We — village children — no longer have to walk a long way and cross a stream to get to school, which is dangerous in the rainy season. Now there's a new school nearby. We also have more visitors from the city. They come to experience our way of life.

UNIT 3 ANH 8 TRANG 33
Audio script:
Five-coloured sticky rice is an important traditional dish of many ethnic minorities in the northern mountainous regions. People call the dish five- coloured sticky rice because it has five colours: red, yellow, green, purple and white. The things that create the colours are not chemicals but natural roots and leaves. The five colours of the dish represent five elements of life according to Vietnamese beliefs: yellow is earth, red is fire, green is plants, white is metal, and purple or black is water. People believe that these five elements create harmony between heaven and earth. Five-coloured sticky rice is usually made and enjoyed at Tet, in festivals and ceremonies, on special occasions, and whenever the family has guests.



REVIEW 1 ANH 8 TRANG 37
Audio script:
LIFE IN THE ENGLISH COUNTRYSIDE
According to a recent survey by Country Life magazine, about 80 percent of Britain's population dream of living in the countryside. In fact the countryside of England today shows the wealth of landdowners and those who can afford to escape the busy and noisy city life.
English village communities are often small and close. They are warm usually welcoming. Maggie, who lives in North Yorkshire, says: 'Village life is wonderful and safe for the kids. There is a great sense of community here. It is more relaxing and you can't tell who has money and who doesn't'. People in the English countryside use private transport more, and the environment hasn't been spoilt much.
UNIT 4 ANH 8 TRANG 43
Audio script:
In the UK, we eat around the dining table. We follow lots of table manners. Fristly, we use cutlery — you know, knives, forks and spoons - to eat most of the food. We hold the fork in the left hand and the knife in the right. You should hold the handle of the knife in your palm and your fork in the other hand with the prongs pointing downwards. There is also a spoon and a fork for dessert. When you finish eating, you should place your knife and fork with the prongs upwards on your plate. Secondly, you should never use your own cutlery to take more food from the serving dish — use the serving spoon. Now if there's bread on the table, you can use your hands to take a piece. Then break off a small piece of bread and butter it. Thirdly, if you are a guest, you have to wait until the host or hostess starts eating and you should ask another person to pass the food. Next, never chew with your mouth open and don't talk with food in your mouth...
UNIT 4 ANH 8 TRANG 45
Audio Script:
Today I'm going to tell you about the xoe dance, a traditional dance of the Thai ethnic group in VietNam. Thai people have followed this spiritual tradition for generations.
The xoe dance expresses people's working life and wishes for a happy and wealthy life. It is performed in both public and private gatherings such as celebrations, festivals or family reunions.
The xoe dance has more than 30 forms based on the first six ancient forms. The most popular form is the xoe vong or 'circle dance' because it expresses social unity. People, young or old alike, join hands to make a circle around the fire and dance to the music. Besides the circle dance, there are dances with conical hats, paper fans or scarves.
Old people say they shouldn't break with this tradition because it reflects Thai culture and lifestyle. As a Thai folk song goes, without the xoe dance, the rice won't grow and people won't get married.

UNIT 5 ANH 8 TRANG 53
Audio script:
A: Good morning. Can I ask you some questions about this festival? 
B: Yes, of course.
A: What is the festival called?
B: Ooc bom boc. It's held by our ethnic group in Soc Trang on the 14th and 15th evening of the 10th lunar month.
A: Who do you worship at the festival?
B: Our Moon God. We thank him for giving us a good harvest and plenty of fish in the rivers.
A: What do you do during the festival?
B: First, we have a worshipping ceremony at home, under the bamboo archway or at the pagoda. When the moon appears, the old pray to the Moon God and the children raise their clasped hands to the moon.
A: Sounds great! So what are the offerings?
B: Green rice flakes, coconuts, potatoes and pia cakes.
A: Do you do any other activities after that?
B: Sure. Then we float beatiful paper lanterns on the river, and the next evening, we hold thrilling dragon boat races.
UNIT 5 ANH 8 TRANG 55
Audio script:
The Giong Festival is celebrated every year in Phu Linh Commune, Soc Son District, Ha Noi. This festival commemorates the hero, Saint Giong. He is considered a mythical hero because he grew from a three-year-old child into a giant overnight. He is worshipped for defending the country from foreign invaders - the An.
Although this festival is held from the 6th to the 12th day of the 4th Lunar month, people start preparing traditional clothing for the procession and for various festival performances one month beforehand. During the festival, the procession starts at the Mother Temple and goes to Thuong Temple where a religious ceremony is performed. When night falls, a cheo play is performed. Then the festivities end with a thanksgiving procession on the 12th.
This festival shows our love for the motherland and the preservation of our cultural heritage.
UNIT 6 ANH 8 TRANG 65
Audio script:
Once upon a time, there was a king and a queen who lived in a (1) castle with their beautiful daughter. One night an ugly ogre captured the princess and put her in his tall, dark tower. The king and the queen were very sad.They promised to (2) give gold to the knight that rescued the princess. Many knights wanted to rescue her. But they all ran away when they reached the tower and saw the ogre roaring (3) with anger. One day a dragon was flying over the tower when he heard the princess cry for help. The dragon flew down to the tower, took a big fiery (4) breath and blew the ogre far away. The dragon rescued the princess from the tower and gently put her on his (5) strong back. They flew back to the castle. The king and the queen were so happy. The dragon turned into a handsome prince and married the princess. They all lived happily ever after.
REVIEW 2 ANH 8 TRANG 69
Audio script:
After living in France for a few months, I realised that I really should stop trying to be so polite all the time. The French seem to find it annoying if you say things like I'm awfully sorry because they feel you are wasting their time. It must seem to them that the British spend their whole time apologising! The French don't really make 'small talk either. Chatting to strangers such as taxi drivers or shop assistants especially politely, is seen as rather strange. And there is another interesting difference. People at dinner parties in France will expect to take part in a serious discussion. The guests are often asked their opinions on 'big issues'. British people enjoy discussions about house prices and education. However, they are sometimes surprised if their guests want to talk about anything serious, such as politics or art.
HỌC KÌ II
UNIT 7 ANH 8 TRANG 11
Audio script:
Noise is constant and loud sound. To measure the loudness, or volume of sounds, people use a unit called a decibel. When a sound is louder than 70 decibels, it can cause noise pollution. Do you know that the noise from a vacuum cleaner or a motorcycle can result in permanent hearing loss after eight hours? The sounds of a concert are even more serious. They can reach as high as 130 decibels and may cause immediate and permanent hearing loss. Noise pollution can also lead to headaches and high blood pressure. If you are listening to music through headphones, and other people can hear it. it means the music is too loud and unsafe. If there seems to be a ringing or buzzing in your ears, it means the noise is affecting you and damaging your hearing. Wearing earplugs when you go to concerts or other loud events, and listening to music through headphones or headsets at safe levels can help you reduce the effects of noise pollution. 
UNIT 7 ANH 8 TRANG 13
Audio script:
Reporter: Does thermal pollution mean that bodies of water get hotter, Mr Nam?
Mr Nam: Not always. Sometimes the water becomes colder, and that's also thermal pollution. In general, thermal pollution means a change in the water temperature.
Reporter: That's interesting! What causes it?
Mr Nam: Power stations are one factor. They use water in the nearby lakes or rivers to cool their equipment, which heats up the water. Then they dump the hot water back into its source.
Reporter: Are there any other causes?
Mr Nam: Yes. Thermal pollution may also happen due to the discharge of cold water from reservoirs into warm rivers.
Reporter: Thermal pollution can have dramatic effects. Right?
Mr Nam: Certainly. Most aquatic creatures need a certain temperature to survive.
Warmer water has less oxygen in it, and this can harm fish populations. Besides, warmer water can cause harmful algal blooms. This can change the colour of the water like in the first picture and, more seriously, the algea poisons the fish.
Reporter: What can we do, Mr Nam?
Mr Nam: In many places, they build cooling towers like in the second picture to cool down the water from power stations.
Reporter: Anything else we can do?... 
UNIT 8 ANH 8 TRANG 23
Audio script:
Good morning. I hope you all had a good sleep. We are now heading for Wanaka. We arrive at the first destination, Puzzing World at 9.30. The first puzzling thing which welcomes you is the Leaning Tower. When you get inside the spacious café, you will find yourself among various wooden puzzles and games. The Illusion Room is must-see as there's nothing else like it in the world. Puzzling World is possibly the most photographed attraction in New Zealand.
At 12.30 we leave for Lake Wanaka, New Zealand's fourth largest lake. This  natural paradise has something for everyone. Adventure lovers may follow the biking and walking tracks through the park. Relaxation seekers may stay by the lake, taking a boat ride, or just sitting and watching its changing beauty. We meet up at 4 o'clock and the bus leaves at exactly 4.15. I hope...
UNIT 9 ANH 8 TRANG 31
Sarah
I think there are more natural disasters now than there used to be. Whenever I watch the news on TV, I see places that are (1) flooded or affected by drought. I'm certain this is the result of climate change and global (2) warming.
Peter
I don't think that there are more natural disasters now than in the past. But more are being reported on the news in shorter time periods. We've seen them so often on the news that we've become (3) used to them.
Nubita
I think recent earthquakes and tsunamis just show how (4) unprepared we are to deal with them. Despite all the technology and knowledge available to us nowadays, many people become victims of natural disasters.
Linh
I don't think we can prepare for natural disasters as nobody knows when or where they are going to strike. It's Nature's way of (5) reminding us who is in charge and that we should show more respect to the natural environment.
UNIT 9 ANH 8 TRANG 33
Audio script:
Nghe An Province was badly affected again when a typhoon hit the area last night. The storm began at around 11 p.m and raged thoughout the night. Dozens of people were seriously injured and hundreds of others were left homeless. The severe winds caused extensive damage to property, including homes and businesses, particularly in Cua Lo, a coastal town in Nghe An. The storm had already weakened by the time emergency workers arrived in the area. Rescue operations have started and many people trapped in collapsed or damaged buildings have been freed. Workers are now clearing up the debris left behind by the severe storm. The government has already sent rescue equipment to Nghe An, as well as food and medical supplies. People left homeless have been taken to safe areas, where temporary accommodation will be built to house them. The weather bureau has issued flood warning for Nghe An and nearby provinces as heavy rain is expected to continue over the next few days.
REVIEW 3 ANH 8 TRANG 37
Audio script:
Nguyen: Is Singapore really as clean as it's advertised?
Phong: Yes, it is.
Nguyen: How can they do that?
Phong: They have a very strict policy on keeping the environment clean. Before we started our tour, the tour guide warned us that we could be fined or arrested for spitting or littering.
Nguyen: But how would they know?
Phong: There are hundreds of officers in plain clothes. Their job is to blend into the crowd and spot anyone who breaks the law.
Nguyen: What would happen if you did break the law?
Phong: Well, for example, if you spat out your chewing gum in the street, you would be fined two hundred dollars.
Nguyen: Really? But how could you know about it?
Phong: There are posters in public places to tell people what they should or shouldn't do.
Nguyen: That's a good idea.
Phong: And from a young age, children are taught how to behave at school and in the family.
Nguyen: Habits start early, right?
Phong: Yes. Once you've learnt them, they become lifetime habits.
Phong: Vâng. Một khi bạn đã học được chúng, chúng trở thành thói quen suốt đời.



UNIT 10 ANH 8 TRANG 45
Audio scripts:
Reporter: Dr Minh Vu, what exactly is 'netiquette'?
Dr Minh Vu: The word is a combination of 'net' and 'etiquette'. It's a of rules for behaving properly online.
Reporter: Could you tell us the main rule of netiquette?
Dr Minh Vu: Remember that the people we're communicating with online are real people. Don't say and do unpleasant things online. just like in real life.
Reporter: But sometimes perhaps it's not what we communicate, but how communicate...?
Dr Minh Vu: Absolutely. For example, if you write emails, or post comments using CAPS LOCK, this means you are shouting at people!
Reporter: Of course it's not polite at all. What else should we do when sending emails?
Dr Minh Vu: Check your message for spelling mistakes before you send it. It shows respect towards the other person. Don't use too much shorthand. This may confuse your reader.
Reporter: How about behaviour in chat rooms and on message boards?
Dr Minh Vu: Follow discussion rules. Use polite language. People may not know who you are but you are judged by the quality of your writing.

UNIT 11 ANH 8 TRANG 55
Audio script:
Nick: Hey, Duong and Chau, do you remember Dr. Nelson's talk science and technology?
Chau: Yes. He said that science and technology would help us solve the world's problems in the future. 
Nick: Right. I think world hunger is a problem now, and develops ways to get high yieds in farming will help feed the growing population on earth.
Duong: Good point. Also we may be able to live on other planets, and overcrowding won't be a problem any more...
Nick: And I like the idea of having lessons at home with a robot, and the Internet.
Duong: And no more paper books. We'll have e-books, and tablets for everything.
Chau: That doesn't sound like a benefit to me. I'd still want to go to school. I'd like to communicate face-to-face with teachers and friends. In my opinion, science and technology will bring new problems to people.
Duong: Like what?
Chau: Well, robots will bring unemployment, and high yieds in farming may destroy the environment and sending people to Mars may cause pollution...
Nick: You're right: so many new proplems...

UNIT 12 ANH 8 TRANG 65
Audio script:
I think the inhabitants of Jupiter may be very different to human beings. This is how imagine them: They may be much bigger and more powerful than humans. Jupiterians may have eight legs and be able to move very fast. They may have a lot of hair all over their bodies and their skin might be very thick so they can live in temperatures of around -145 degrees Celsius. They may have four eyes and be able to see very far. They may also have a very good sense of smell and they may even be able to sense others' feelings like happiness or fear. And I don't think they eat and drink like us. Instead, they get all their energy from the rocks. They may charge their bodies by plugging their feet into the rock, just like charging a battery. That way, they don't even need to breathe air. The only way they may be similar to us is they live in family units of parents and children. They may also use language to communicate with each other.

REVIEW 4 ANH 8 TRANG 69
Audio script:
Nick: I had a disastrous morning.
Mike: Oh, what happended?
Nick: I couldn't find my mobile phone so I went out to find a phone bo­x. It took me half an hour to find a phone box that worked — the first three were all out of order. After that, I dialled Tom's number and heard the phone ringing, but then there was a silence!
Mike: And then?
Nick: I dialled again and got a wrong number. The third time I had - crossed line — I could hear two people having a personal conversation. The fourth time, I managed to speak to Tom, and we exchanged a few words, then we were cut off and we lost the connection. I got very angry
Mike: And...?
Nick: When I tried again later, he wasn't in the office.
Mike: But Nick, tell me, what did you want to tell your brother so urgently?
Nick: That my home telephone is out of order. Tom is the Head of the Telecom Department.