Vocabulary Table Word (Part of Speech) substitute (v) strive (v) to arouse interest (v) audience (n) English + Vietnamese Meaning Replace one thing with another - Thay thế một thứ bằng thứ khác To make great efforts to achieve something - Cố gắng, phấn đấu To provoke or stimulate curiosity - Gợi lên sự quan tâm A group of listeners or viewers - Khán giả, thính giả sparse knowledge (n) Limited understanding or information - Hiểu biết ít ỏi requisite technical knowledge (n) Necessary skills or expertise - Kiến thức kỹ thuật cần thiết A note explaining a text Chú thích annotation (n) discursive (adj) Wandering from one topic to another - Lan man ambiguity (n) Uncertainty or multiple meanings - Sự mơ hồ, không rõ ràng A humorous imitation - Bài nhại, sự bắt chước hài hước To find an answer to a problem - Giải quyết Below the threshold of conscious perception Thuộc về tiềm thức parody (n) to solve (v) subliminal (adj) mainland (n) impoverished the land (v) enriched the human spirit (v) A large landmass distinct from islands - Đất liền, lục địa Depleted soil or resources Làm đất bạc màu, cạn kiệt tài nguyên Improved emotional or intellectual well-being - Example Sentence The chef suggested substituting sugar with honey for a healthier dessert. He always strives for excellence in his studies. The teacher used a fascinating story to arouse interest in the topic. The speaker captivated the audience with her inspiring words. Her sparse knowledge of the subject made the discussion challenging. The job requires requisite technical knowledge in software development. The professor's annotation clarified the difficult sections of the textbook. His discursive lecture made it hard to follow the main points. The ambiguity in his statement led to confusion among the audience. The parody of the popular song went viral online. She used logic to solve the complex puzzle. Advertisers often use subliminal messages to influence consumer behavior. The ferry connects the island to the mainland. Over-farming has impoverished the land in the region. The artist's work has enriched the human spirit court patronage (n) national affirmation (n) flourish (v) Làm phong phú tinh thần con người Support from royal or noble figures - Sự bảo trợ từ triều đình A declaration of national pride or identity - Sự khẳng định quốc gia To thrive or prosper - Phát triển mạnh, hưng thịnh articulate (adj) Expressing oneself clearly Rõ ràng, mạch lạc sense of danger (n) Awareness of potential harm - Cảm giác nguy hiểm A place where people establish a community Khu định cư Indirect or slanted - Gián tiếp, xiên settlement (n) oblique (adj) volcanic (adj) Relating to volcanoes Thuộc về núi lửa across generations. The composer flourished under the court patronage of the king. The monument serves as a national affirmation of independence. His business continued to flourish despite the economic downturn. She gave an articulate explanation of her research findings. The dark alley gave him a heightened sense of danger. The archaeologists discovered evidence of an ancient settlement. Her oblique remarks hinted at her dissatisfaction without being explicit. The volcanic eruption caused massive destruction in the area.