Đề ôn thi Đề thi vào lớp 10 Hải Phòng môn Tiếng Anh - Mã đề HPG-16

Have you ever wondered how your nose can tell the difference between a rose and a pizza? Our sense of smell is incredibly powerful and plays a crucial (29) __________ in our daily lives, influencing our mood and memories. The process begins when tiny molecules from things around us float into our noses. Our bodies are designed to (30) __________ these smells by capturing them with special cells called olfactory receptors.

Once a molecule connects with a receptor, it sends an electrical signal to the brain. The brain's job is to interpret this signal. Some smells, like smoke from a fire, are (31) __________ to detect than others because they signal danger. After the signal is received and processed, the brain creates a (32) __________ of the smell. (33) __________ allows us to identify what we are smelling, whether it’s fresh coffee or old socks. It's a complex process that happens in the (34) __________ of an eye, connecting our noses directly to our emotions and memories.

What exactly is a 'carbon footprint'? It is the total amount of greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide, that are generated by our individual actions. Everything from the food we eat to the way we travel contributes to this total. For example, the electricity used to power our homes and the fuel burned by the motorbike we take to school both create emissions that affect our planet’s climate. Understanding this concept is the first step towards making a positive change.

As a developing nation, Vietnam has experienced rapid economic growth. This progress, while beneficial, has also led to an increase in the country's average carbon footprint. To address this, the Vietnamese government is implementing strategies to promote a low-carbon economy. The national plan aims to balance development with environmental protection, ensuring that as the country prospers, its environmental impact, or footprint, does not grow uncontrollably. The goal is to manage it sustainably for the future.

For teenagers, this global issue has very personal connections. The choice between riding a motorbike or a bicycle to school has a direct effect on the environment. Even seemingly minor actions, like how long you charge your smartphone or the type of snacks you buy, add up. It shows that your daily habits, both big and small, have a real and measurable consequence on the world. Your choices truly matter more than you might think.

The good news is that reducing your carbon footprint isn't overly complicated. You can make a difference by taking simple steps. For instance, you could use public transport more often, remember to turn off lights when you leave a room, or choose locally grown food to reduce transport-related emissions. When many people make these small changes together, the collective impact can be enormous and help protect our environment for future generations.