Top 6 best lesson preparations for "The spirit of patriotism of our people" by Ho Chi Minh, Grade 7

A. MAIN KNOWLEDGE

1. Author:

Ho Chi Minh (1890 - 1969)
He was a revolutionary soldier, a national liberation hero, and a great leader of the Vietnamese people.
He was also a prominent writer and poet.
He is recognized as a world cultural figure.
2. Work

This essay is extracted from the Political Report delivered by President Ho Chi Minh at the Second Congress of the Vietnam Workers' Party, held in February 1951.
Content: The text discusses the precious patriotic tradition of the Vietnamese people, which should be fostered in the new historical context to build and defend the nation.

B. EXERCISES AND GUIDANCE

Question 1: Page 26 of 7th grade literature textbook, Volume 2

What is the topic discussed in this essay? Find the key sentence in the introduction that summarizes the issue discussed in the text.

Answer:
The essay discusses the patriotism of the Vietnamese people.
The key sentence summarizing the issue is: "Our people have a deep love for the country. It is a precious tradition of ours".

Question 2: Page 26 of 7th grade literature textbook, Volume 2

Identify the structure of the essay and create an outline based on the logical flow of the argument in the text.
Answer:
The essay has three parts:
Introduction (from the beginning to the phrase "the traitors and invaders") presents the idea that patriotism is a precious tradition of the Vietnamese people.
Development (from there to "the deep love for the country"): Proves the patriotism throughout history and in the current resistance.
Conclusion (the remaining part): Emphasizes the need to cultivate patriotism in the struggle against French colonialism.
Outline based on the argument’s flow:
Introduction: Introduce the precious tradition of our people, which is patriotism.
Body: The author demonstrates patriotism through different periods:
Historical resistance movements: (notable examples like the Trưng Sisters, the Triệu Sisters...) We must remember the contributions of those heroes.
Patriotism during the French resistance. Today's people are equally worthy of their ancestors (from elderly people to children, from overseas Vietnamese to those in occupied areas, from people in the mountains to the plains...) => all are united by their fervent patriotism.
Conclusion: The author stresses the duty of everyone to manifest patriotism through concrete actions (such as explanation, propaganda, organization, leadership), so that all people actively practice patriotism and contribute to the national struggle.

Question 3: Page 26 of 7th grade literature textbook, Volume 2

To prove the statement: "Our people have a deep love for the country. It is a precious tradition of ours", what evidence does the author present and in what order?
Answer:
To prove the statement: “Our people have a deep love for the country. It is a precious tradition of ours,” the author provides evidence from historical wars of resistance throughout history:
Historical examples: The glorious pages of history such as the Trưng Sisters, Triệu Sisters, Trần Hưng Đạo, Lê Lợi, Quang Trung...
In the French resistance: Today’s people are equally worthy of their ancestors: “From the elderly with gray hair to young children, from the people in the mountains to those in the plains, from soldiers on the front lines to civil servants in the rear...”.
The evidence presented is compelling, showing that the patriotic tradition has existed throughout all historical periods, in all classes of people (old, young, men, women), and across all regions of the country (mountainous regions, plains, overseas, domestic).

Question 4: Page 26 of 7th grade literature textbook, Volume 2

What comparisons are used in the essay? Comment on the effectiveness of these comparisons.
Answer:
In the essay, the author uses several comparisons:
The first comparison: The essay opens with the image of patriotism as a powerful, massive wave that overcomes all dangers and difficulties, and sinks all traitors and invaders.
Effect: The comparison between patriotism and a powerful, vast wave highlights the extraordinary, monumental strength of patriotism.
The second comparison:
Patriotism is compared to valuable possessions.
Effect: This comparison helps readers visualize the value of patriotism, likening it to precious assets that should be displayed through specific actions for all to see.

Question 5: Page 26 of 7th grade literature textbook, Volume 2

Read the passage from “Our people today” to “where the deep love for the country lies” and answer the following:
a. What is the opening and closing sentence of the paragraph?
b. How are the examples in this paragraph arranged?
c. How are the events and people linked in the “from... to...” structure?
Answer:
a. The opening sentence of the paragraph is: "Our people today are equally worthy of their ancestors from the past". The closing sentence is: "These noble gestures, though different in action, are all united in their deep love for the country".
b. The examples in this paragraph are arranged as follows:
By age: “From the elderly... to the young children...”.
By spatial relationship: “From overseas Vietnamese to the people in temporarily occupied areas...”.
By social class: “From the soldiers at the front to the civil servants in the rear...”.
c. The syntactic structure "from ... to..." lists examples that are specific, representative, and simultaneously demonstrate the diverse, unified nature of the people’s deep patriotism, solidarity, and eagerness to participate in the national resistance against colonialism.

Question 6: Page 26 of 7th grade literature textbook, Volume 2

What are the notable features of the argumentative style in this essay? (Structure, selective evidence, order of evidence, comparisons).
Answer:
Structure: The arguments are concise, clear, and logically arranged, supported by comprehensive, exemplary, and carefully selected evidence.
The author uses imagery-laden language, selective and effective comparisons, and well-crafted lists. Particularly, the comparisons make the essay vivid, accessible, and easy to understand.
This essay is an exemplary model for argumentation, structure, and the use of evidence in argumentative writing.

EXERCISES
Question 2: Page 27 of 7th grade literature textbook, Volume 2

Write a short paragraph using the “from ... to...” structure with 4-5 sentences.
Answer:
Honoring the source of water is a noble tradition of the Vietnamese people. This tradition is preserved and passed down through generations. Every year, during the Lunar New Year, families prepare abundant meals to offer to their ancestors. From Vietnamese living abroad to those in Vietnam, from prosperous families to those facing hardships, from the elderly to children, everyone eagerly awaits the New Year, cleaning their ancestral altars, preparing the five-fruit tray, and placing the square cakes on the altar. Whether the offerings are lavish or modest, they all carry the deep respect and gratitude for our ancestors, which is a beautiful cultural practice that must be preserved and handed down to future generations.

I - BASIC KNOWLEDGE TO MASTER

1. Author Ho Chi Minh (refer to the lesson "Night Scene", Full Moon of January).

2. The patriotic spirit of our people is an argumentative text with the features introduced in the Composition program. (Lesson 18, 19, Literature 7, Volume Two)

3. With specific, rich, and persuasive examples from the history of our nation and the resistance against French colonial invasion, the essay clarifies a truth: "Our people have a deep love for the country. This is a precious tradition of ours." The essay serves as a model for reasoning, structure, and the way evidence is presented in argumentative writing.

II - GUIDELINES FOR READING AND UNDERSTANDING THE TEXT

Question 1. This essay argues the issue of the patriotic spirit of our people. The key sentence summarizing the argument is: "Our people have a deep love for the country. This is a precious tradition of ours."

Question 2. The essay has three sections:

- Introduction (from the beginning to "the traitors and invaders"): Presents the issue being discussed: Patriotism is a precious tradition of our people.

- Body (from the next part to "deep love for the country"): Proves the patriotic spirit in history and during the ongoing war of resistance.

- Conclusion (the remaining part): The task of promoting the patriotic spirit in the fight against French colonialism.

Question 3. To support the statement: "Our people have a deep love for the country. This is a precious tradition of ours", the author provides examples:

- Patriotism throughout different historical periods.

- Patriotism during the resistance against the French. In this context, the examples are divided by age groups, regions; those in occupied areas and abroad; the rural and urban areas; soldiers at the front and civil servants in the rear; women and mothers of soldiers; workers, farmers participating in production, even landowners donating their land to the government... These diverse and representative examples show that our people have a long-standing tradition of patriotism.

Question 4. In the essay, the author uses a metaphor comparing the patriotic spirit to a mighty, enormous wave, which overcomes all dangers and hardships, drowning the traitors and invaders. This comparison emphasizes the immense, unstoppable power of patriotism.

Another metaphor compares patriotism to precious treasures, sometimes displayed and sometimes hidden. When displayed, it is visible to all. When hidden, it is concealed. This shows that patriotism can either be dormant or manifest, but it is always present. This comparison helps readers understand the value of patriotism while highlighting the responsibility to showcase and bring out the hidden strength to ensure victory in the resistance.

Question 5. The opening sentence of this paragraph:

Our people today also deserve to be compared to our ancestors.

The closing sentence of the paragraph:

These noble gestures, though varied in action, are united in their deep love for the country.

The examples in this paragraph are presented using the model "from ... to ..." and are organized by: age, area of residence; front lines, rear areas; classes and social groups. These events and people relate to various dimensions but cover all demographics: old and young, male and female, rural and urban, front and rear, farmers, workers, landowners... meaning the entire Vietnamese population.

Question 6. The literary techniques in this essay stand out:

- A clear structure.

Selective examples are presented in chronological order (from past to present). Emphasis is placed on contemporary examples, presented in dimensions that highlight the nationwide nature of patriotism.

- Unique metaphors that vividly convey the immense power and valuable nature of patriotism, a concept that is otherwise abstract.

Remember:
With specific, rich, and persuasive examples from the history of our nation and the resistance against French colonial invasion, the essay reveals a truth: "Our people have a deep love for the country. This is a precious tradition of ours."
The essay is a model for reasoning, structure, and the way evidence is presented in argumentative writing.

PRACTICE
1. Memorize the paragraph from "from the beginning" to "... a symbol of a heroic nation".
2. Write a 4-5 sentence paragraph using the listing method "from... to..": Today, our neighborhood conducted a general cleaning to help beautify the city. At exactly 7 AM, the neighborhood leader rang the bell. Everyone eagerly went out to work. From elderly people with grey hair to young children; from public servants who are always busy with their jobs to housewives who mainly stay at home; from owners of large businesses to street vendors; from families with multi-story houses to those with modest homes, everyone joined in the effort to clean the streets, clear the drains, collect trash, and dispose of it properly, making the neighborhood much cleaner and brighter.
Expected Result
Understand that patriotism is a precious tradition of our people. Learn the techniques of structured, clear, and exemplary argumentative writing.
Understand the structure and function of special sentences.
Learn the structure and reasoning methods in argumentative writing. Know how to organize and argue in writing exercises.
Glossary (additional)
Deep patriotism: A sincere and heartfelt love for the country.
Tradition: Practices that have been passed down through generations and are still preserved today.

I. About the genre

The text "The Spirit of Patriotism of Our People" is written in the argumentative genre.

Argumentative writing is a special form of literature. Unlike genres like stories, memoirs, dramas, or poetry that primarily affect the reader through emotional imagery, argumentative writing builds a system of points, evidence, and arguments to discuss an issue arising in both life and art.

In argumentative texts, the writer clearly presents the issue to be discussed, expressing their understanding, thoughts, viewpoints, and attitudes toward the topic. The value of an argumentative piece lies first in the significance of the issue, in the perspective presented, and particularly in the persuasive power of the arguments.

The persuasiveness of an argumentative text comes from its logical structure, detailed evidence, and solid proof... Through this, readers are convinced by the arguments and can shape their own thoughts, feelings, and actions accordingly.

II. Lesson Plan Guidance

Question 1:

* This essay discusses the patriotic spirit of our people.

* The key point summarizing the topic of the essay: “Our people have a deep love for the country. It is a cherished tradition.”

Question 2:

The structure of the essay: consists of three parts:

Part 1: from the beginning => “the traitors and invaders” : The author introduces the issue of the discussion: patriotism as a noble tradition of our people.
Part 2: next => “the deep love for the country” : Proving the patriotic spirit in history and the ongoing struggle.
Part 3: the remaining section : The task of promoting patriotism in the war against French colonialism.

Question 3:

* To prove the statement: “Our people have a deep love for the country. It is a cherished tradition,” the author provides examples:

The patriotic spirit throughout history
The patriotic spirit in the resistance against the French.
These examples are representative and comprehensive, proving our people's enduring patriotism.

* The examples are organized by:

Time: past – present
Space: lowlands – highlands, abroad – within the country
Age: old – young, female – male
Fields: frontlines, home front.

Question 4:

* The author uses comparisons like:

“Patriotism is like precious items...” => patriotism can be hidden or visible, but it always exists. This comparison helps readers visualize the value of patriotism; it also highlights the responsibility to showcase these precious items, meaning we must unleash and utilize the strengths that are hidden, to ensure the victory of the resistance.
“Patriotism forms (like) a massive, powerful wave...” => This is a specific, unique comparison. Such comparisons emphasize the unstoppable, unmatched strength of patriotism.

Question 5:

The paragraph “Our people today” to “the deep love for the country”:

a)

The opening sentence of the paragraph is: “Our people today are truly worthy of the ancestors of the past”

The concluding sentence of the paragraph is: “These noble gestures, though different in their actions, all resemble the deep love for the country.”

b)

The examples in this paragraph are organized by: age, residential area; the frontlines, home front; social class, status.

c)

The sequence “from…to…” links these events and people, showing unity. These people and events are connected in various dimensions, but they encompass all the people of Vietnam: old and young, male and female, lowlands and highlands, frontline and home front, peasants, workers, landowners... => all the Vietnamese people.

Question 6:

The rhetorical techniques in this essay are distinctive:

The structure is tight-knit
The examples are selective and presented chronologically (from the past to present). Emphasizing the modern examples, these are shown from various perspectives to highlight the national unity.
Unique comparisons help readers grasp the vast power and valuable nature of patriotism, a concept that is otherwise abstract.

EXERCISES

Question 2: Write a 4-5 sentence paragraph using the “from...to” connection model.
Sample answer:
Remembering the source of the water is a noble tradition in Vietnamese culture. This tradition has been preserved and passed down through generations. Annually, during the Lunar New Year, each family prepares a feast to honor their ancestors. From Vietnamese communities abroad to those within the country, from wealthy families to those struggling, from the elderly to children, everyone joyfully prepares for the New Year, cleaning the ancestral altars and arranging offerings of fruits and rice cakes on the family altars. Whether the feast is elaborate or simple, it all carries a deep sense of gratitude towards the ancestors and the generations that follow. This beautiful cultural practice should be maintained and passed on to future generations.

I. Brief Introduction to Author Ho Chi Minh
- Ho Chi Minh (1890-1969), born in Kim Liên village, Nam Đàn district, Nghệ An province. He was the great leader of the Vietnamese nation and revolution, guiding our people in the struggle for independence, national unity, and the construction of socialism.
- Ho Chi Minh was also a prominent poet and a World Cultural Figure.
- His literary work spans various genres, leaving behind a considerable collection:
+ Political Writing: The indictment against French colonialism, The Declaration of Independence, The Call for National Resistance...
+ Prose and Memoirs: The Journey, The Absurdities or Varen and Phan Bội Châu
+ Poetry: Prison Diary, Ho Chi Minh's Poems...
II. Brief Overview of the Work "The Patriotism of Our People"

1. Source
- The essay is excerpted from the Political Report by President Ho Chi Minh at the 2nd Congress of the Vietnam Labor Party in February 1951 (the predecessor of the Communist Party of Vietnam today).
- The title was given by the book editor.
2. Structure (3 parts)
- Part 1 (from the start to “the traitors and invaders”): The main argument – a general assessment of the patriotism
- Part 2 (from there to “the deep love for the country”): Evidence of the patriotism of our people
- Part 3 (remaining): The responsibility of everyone
3. Content Value:
Through specific, rich, and persuasive historical examples, including the French colonial resistance, the essay emphasizes the truth: “Our people possess a deep love for the country. This is a precious tradition of ours.”
4. Artistic Value
- Tight structure, clear and concise points, logical flow
- Carefully selected examples, logically arranged with strong persuasive power
- Clear expression with creative comparisons

III. Guide to Preparing the Lesson

Question 1 (Page 26, Grade 7 Textbook)

This essay discusses the patriotism of our people.

- Thesis: “Our people possess a deep love for the country. This is a precious tradition of ours.”

Question 2 (Page 26, Grade 7 Textbook)

The essay is divided into 3 sections:

- Part 1 (from the start to the traitors and invaders): Patriotism is a cherished tradition of our people

- Part 2 (from there to the deep love for the country): Patriotism in history and the ongoing national resistance

- Part 3 (remaining): The task of fostering patriotism in the fight against French colonialism.

Question 3 (Page 26, Grade 7 Textbook)

To prove patriotism as a cherished tradition:

- Patriotism across historical periods.

- Patriotism in the resistance wars against France:

+ Across generations: from the elderly to the young

+ Across regions: from the mountains to the plains

+ Across classes: workers, peasants, and soldiers

+ Across fronts: from the rear to the front lines

Question 4 (Page 26, Grade 7 Textbook)

Examples of comparisons in the essay:

- Patriotism is compared to a mighty, unstoppable wave that sweeps away all dangers, drowning traitors and invaders.

→ The specific, striking comparison highlights the invincible power of patriotism and national unity.

- Patriotism is also compared to precious treasures, hidden or revealed.

→ This underscores the value of patriotism, whether latent or evident, emphasizing the need to transform latent patriotism into a force against the enemy.

Question 5 (Page 26, Grade 7 Textbook)

- Opening sentence: “Our people today truly deserve the heritage of our ancestors.”

- Closing sentence: “These actions... are a profound expression of patriotism.”

→ These examples follow a “from... to...” pattern, arranged by age, region, and class, and reflect various facets of our people's unity.

Question 6 (Page 26, Grade 7 Textbook)

Prominent argumentative techniques:

- Tight structure

- Well-selected, factual examples, presented chronologically to emphasize national unity

- Unique comparisons, rich in imagery, help convey the strength and value of patriotism, a traditionally abstract concept.

Exercise

Question (Page 27, Textbook): Write a 4-5 sentence paragraph using the "from... to..." pattern.

+ My mother's hometown is a very peaceful and beautiful place. From the village fields to the green bamboo groves by the gate, from the village road to the cozy little houses, everything exudes tranquility. The people here are also very friendly, simple, honest, and hardworking. My mother's hometown holds many beautiful childhood memories for me.

Meaning - Observation:

-Students recognize the truth emphasized in the essay: "Our people have a deep love for the country. It is a cherished tradition of ours." -Students see the exemplary structure, argumentation, and the convincing use of examples in this persuasive essay.

Answer to Question 1 (Page 26 of Vietnamese Language 7, Volume 2):

What issue does this essay discuss? Find (in the introduction) the key sentence summarizing the content of the argument in the essay.

Answer to Question 2 (Page 26 of Vietnamese Language 7, Volume 2):

Identify the structure of the essay and create an outline based on the argumentation sequence.

Detailed answer:

- Structure: Three parts.

- Outline:

+ Introduction (From "The people..." to "the invaders"). State the argumentative issue: Patriotism is a precious tradition of our people, a powerful force in the struggles against invaders.

+ Body (From "History.... to “the passionate love for the country"). Prove the patriotism in the history of resistance against foreign invaders and in the current resistance.

+ Conclusion (From “The spirit... ” to the end): The Party's mission is to foster the national love among the people in every aspect of the resistance work.

Answer to Question 3 (Page 26 of Vietnamese Language 7, Volume 2):

To prove the statement: “Our people have a deep love for the country. This is a precious tradition of ours,” what evidence did the author provide, and in what order?

Detailed answer:

To support the statement:

"Our people have a passionate love for the country. This is a valuable tradition of ours,” the author provided evidence showing expressions of patriotism during the fight for national independence in both history and the present. The focus of the proof is on the current resistance. Therefore, in the content, the author cited specific examples of actions taken by all classes and strata of society. At the same time, the author progressed from a general comment to specific examples.

Answer to Question 4 (Page 26 of Vietnamese Language 7, Volume 2):

What comparison images are used in the essay? Comment on the effect of these comparisons.

Detailed answer:

The essay contains comparison images in the last section.

“Patriotism is like precious items. Sometimes it is displayed in glass cabinets, in crystal vases, clearly visible. But sometimes, it is kept hidden in chests, in boxes.”

These comparisons help readers clearly imagine two states of patriotism: latent, hidden, and vividly expressed, full of strength.

Answer to Question 5 (Page 26 of Vietnamese Language 7, Volume 2):

Read the paragraph: “Our people today” to “the place of deep patriotism,” and answer:

a) The opening sentence and the closing sentence of the paragraph.

b) How are the examples in this paragraph organized?

c) How are the events and people connected in the model: "from... to..."?

Detailed answer:

a) Opening sentence: “Our people today also deserve to be compared with our ancestors.”

Closing sentence: “These noble gestures, although differing in action, are united by the common love for the country.”

b) The examples are organized in a listing method using the model "from... to...".

c) The events and people connected in the model “from... to...” are logically related and arranged according to categories such as age, class, profession, and residence.

Answer to Question 6 (Page 26 of Vietnamese Language 7, Volume 2):

In your opinion, what are the prominent features of argumentative writing in this essay?

Detailed answer:

Prominent argumentative features:

- A tight structure.

- Well-chosen, valid examples presented in chronological order to highlight national unity.

- Unique, vivid comparisons that help the reader understand the strength and valuable nature of patriotism, which is an abstract concept.

PRACTICE

Question 2. Write a short paragraph (4-5 sentences) using the linking model "from ... to".

Detailed answer:

“The leaves protect the torn ones” is one of the beautiful traditional ethics of our people. Today, this tradition is being strongly promoted. Every year, at the end of the year, the whole country joins hands to support the poor. From high-ranking government officials to ordinary workers, from successful businesspeople to hardworking farmers, from elderly people with gray hair to young children, from soldiers stationed on distant islands to overseas Vietnamese... These noble actions, though different in form, are all united by a spirit of mutual aid and sharing with those facing poverty and hardship. These actions have contributed to making society more civilized and prosperous.

Main Idea

Through specific, rich, and persuasive examples from the nation's history and the resistance against French colonialism, the essay on the patriotic spirit of our people makes clear a truth: Our people have a deep love for the country.

GENERAL INTRODUCTION

- This essay is an excerpt from the Political Report of President Ho Chi Minh at the 2nd Congress of the Vietnam Workers' Party, held in February 1951 (the name used from 1951 to 1976 for the Communist Party of Vietnam today).

- Genre: Political essay

- Main content: The precious patriotic tradition of our people should be promoted in the new historical context to defend the country. With concrete, abundant, and convincing evidence, the essay demonstrates the truth: "Our people have a passionate love for the country, which is a valuable tradition of ours."

- Structure of the text:

+ Part 1 (from the beginning to "the traitors and invaders"): Affirming the patriotic spirit and the precious tradition of the nation.

+ Part 2 (from there to "the passionate love for the country"): The patriotic spirit of our people in both the past and present.

+ Part 3 (the remaining part): Promoting the nation's patriotic spirit in practice is a crucial task.

READING - UNDERSTANDING THE TEXT

Question 1 - Page 26 Textbook

What issue does this essay discuss? Find the key sentence in the introduction that summarizes the main issue being discussed.

Answer:

The issue being discussed: The patriotic spirit of our people.

The key sentence summarizing the main issue in the introduction of the essay is: "Our people have a passionate love for the country. That is a valuable tradition of ours.”

Question 2 - Page 26 Textbook

Identify the structure of the essay and outline it based on the argument order in the essay.

Answer:

- The essay consists of 3 parts:

+ Part 1 (from the beginning to "the traitors and invaders"): Affirming the patriotic spirit and the precious tradition of the nation.

+ Part 2 (from there to "the passionate love for the country"): The patriotic spirit of our people in both the past and present.

+ Part 3 (the remaining part): Promoting the nation's patriotic spirit in practice is a crucial task.

- Outline based on the argument order in the essay:

+ Introduction (from "Our people..." to "the invaders"): Presenting the issue being discussed: The patriotic spirit is a valuable tradition of our people, and it is a great strength in the fight against invaders.

+ Body (from "History..." to “the passionate love for the country”): Proving the patriotic spirit in the history of resisting foreign invaders and in the current resistance against the colonial invaders.

+ Conclusion (from “The spirit...” to the end): The Party's task is to ensure the patriotic spirit of the people is fully utilized in all anti-invasion efforts.

Question 3 - Page 26 Textbook

To prove the statement: “Our people have a passionate love for the country. That is a valuable tradition of ours,” what examples does the author provide, and in what order are they arranged?

Answer:

To support the statement: "Our people have a passionate love for the country. That is a valuable tradition of ours," the author presents examples showing the patriotic spirit in the national struggle for independence in both history and the present. The focus of the argument is the demonstration of this patriotic spirit in the current resistance. Therefore, the author first presents general comments and then provides specific examples of actions taken by various groups and classes in society.

Question 4 - Page 26 Textbook

What comparisons are made in the essay, and what is the effect of these comparisons?

Answer:

In the essay, the author uses comparisons in the final paragraph:

- The patriotic spirit is like a powerful and enormous wave, which overcomes all dangers and difficulties, drowning the traitors and invaders.

=> This highlights the invincible strength of the patriotic spirit, and the spirit of national unity.

- The patriotic spirit is compared to precious items... subtle.

=> This emphasizes the value of the patriotic spirit, whether latent or apparent, stressing the importance of turning latent patriotism into a force against enemies.

Through these comparisons, readers can vividly imagine the two states of the patriotic spirit: latent and subtle, and clearly displayed and full.

Question 5 - Page 26 Textbook

Read the passage: “Our people today...” to “...the passionate love for the country,” and answer the following:

a) What is the opening sentence and the closing sentence of the paragraph?

b) How are the examples in this paragraph arranged?

c) How are the events and people linked through the pattern: "from... to..." and what is their relationship?

Answer:

a) Opening sentence: "Our people today are also worthy of the ancestors of the past".

Closing sentence: “These noble gestures, though different in actions, are all united in their passionate love for the country."

b) The examples are arranged in a list, using the pattern “from... to...”.

c) The events and people linked through the pattern “from... to...” are logically related and arranged based on similar characteristics, such as age, class, profession, and residence.

Question 6 - Page 26 Textbook

What are the prominent features of the argumentative technique in this essay?

Answer:

Notable argumentative techniques include:

- A well-structured outline.

- Carefully selected, authentic evidence, presented chronologically to highlight the inclusivity of the issue.

- Unique and vivid comparisons that help readers understand the strength and value of the patriotic spirit, which is an abstract concept.

EXERCISE SECTION

Question 1 - Page 27 Textbook

Memorize the paragraph from the beginning to "...a symbol of a heroic nation". (Students do this themselves)

Question 2 - Page 27 Textbook

Write a paragraph of about 4-5 sentences using the listing pattern “from... to...”.

Answer:

Refer to the following paragraphs:

(1) “The healthy leaves cover the torn ones” is one of the beautiful moral traditions of our people. Today, this tradition is strongly promoted. Every year, at the end of the year, the entire country joins hands to support the poor. From the high-ranking government officials to ordinary workers, from successful businesspeople to hardworking farmers, from elderly people to young children, from soldiers on distant islands to overseas Vietnamese... These noble gestures, though different in actions, all stem from a spirit of mutual support and care for those in need. These deeds have helped make society increasingly civilized and prosperous.

(2) My maternal hometown is a peaceful and beautiful rural area. From the village fields to the green bamboo hedges at the entrance, from the village road to the cozy small houses, everything exudes tranquility. The people here are also very friendly, humble, simple, and hardworking. My maternal hometown is where many of my childhood memories are stored.

SUMMARY

• With specific, abundant, and convincing examples from the nation's history and the resistance against French colonialism, the essay clarifies the truth: "Our people have a passionate love for the country. That is a valuable tradition of ours."

• This essay serves as a model of argumentative structure, evidence presentation, and reasoning techniques in political essays.