Listen to a gardener giving advice on keeping houseplants healthy. – Luyện nghe VSTEP Part 3 – Bài nói, bài giảng

1. What is the most common mistake people make with houseplants?

A. giving them too much waterB. putting them in the darkC. using the wrong soilD. forgetting to water them

2. How can you tell when a plant needs water?

A. The leaves turn yellow.B. The plant stops growing.C. The top few centimetres of soil are dry.D. The pot feels heavy.

3. Why are holes in the bottom of the pot important?

A. so that the pot is lighterB. so that insects can get outC. so that roots can grow outsideD. so that extra water can escape

4. What does the speaker say about plants from tropical forests?

A. They need direct sun all day.B. They need water every day.C. They prefer bright light but not direct sun.D. They grow best in dark rooms.

5. What does the speaker recommend for beginners?

A. starting with an easy plantB. buying several different plantsC. choosing tropical plantsD. asking a gardener for help