Topic 1: With your partner, make a conversation about appropriate

gestures or customs in Vietnam OR in a foreign country that you know.

You should include:

− types of gestures/customs :
Is there a specific way of greeting in Vietnam?
we often shake hands or wave with a friendly smile.
How common is it used?
I usually greet my friends by saying "hi". For older people, I often greet
them by nodding their heads.
− situations for (not) using them :
What do you do when you meet an acquaintance at the hospital or
at the cinema?
It would help if you did not greet people loudly when meeting people in
the hospital and theaters or cinemas during performances.
What problems should we not use them?
I met an acquaintance at the hospital
I saw you at the theater or cinema during the performance
− specific examples
Why shouldn't we say hello in such places?
Because when we greet like that, it will make noise and affect the people
around us.
− advice for visitors
Do you have any tips on how not to say hello loudly in those places?
In such situations, you can approach and say hello in a low voice or say
hello by nodding, smiling, and waving.

Topic 2: Talk with your friends about the movie genres that young
people in your country love. You should include:
- movie genre:
What kind of movies do you think young people like?
horror movie
- Reason for their choice:
Because in Vietnam horror movies are not only movies just to scare
viewers but some stories give us lessons about life.
− The value of those genres for young people:
What value does that type of movie bring to young people?
I think it has humanistic values and many profound lessons about
emotions. Bad people will face retribution.
− Consulting on suitable film genres for young people:
Can you recommend some more movies for young people to watch?
I think You can watch movie genres such as Romance movies, action
movies, and animated movies. If you want more colors, you can watch
science fiction movies.
Topic 3: With your friend, talk about the motel you stayed at. You should include:
- Guesthouse name:
Coming to Da Lat, I usually stay at my favorite hotel. The hotel name is Huyen
179.
− Location and description: The hotel is located near the city center so I can go
everywhere in central Da Lat.
− Facilities/amenities: The hotel has king-size beds.
When I check in, the staff will help me carry my luggage to my room, where food
and drinks are always available.
Every morning at the hotel there will be breakfast for customers and motorbike
rental service when arriving in Da Lat.
When checking out I can pay by cash or bank transfer.
− reasons you like/dislike
because the king-size bed gives a good night's sleep.
The hotel service I like is very good.
Hotel prices in Da Lat are very expensive
Topic 4: With your partner, make a conversation about your favorite car. You
should include:
− type and brand of car
− its description/features
− its benefits and drawbacks
− reasons for your likes
A: Hey, I like this car and plan to buy it in the future.
B: So what brand and type is the car you like?
A: It is BMW's BMW Series 5 2021 car in the mid-range segment.
B: So what is its description and what are its features?
A: The BMW A is equipped with many safety features such as ABS brakes, airbag
system, and many more modern features and a very luxurious interior.
B: So what are the disadvantages and benefits of this car that can bring us?
A: In terms of benefits, it is very safe because it has many driver protection
features and a luxurious appearance, but there are no disadvantages because it can
be said that this is the best car in its segment.
Topic 5: Talk to your friends about an activity you often do to improve your
appearance. Your conversation should include:
- Type of activity: jogging, push-ups, sit-ups, squats
Frequency of your activity: four times per week
- Workplace: at home
− its effects on your appearance: improved health, improved physical fitness
I'm just sad because I can't grow taller

What educational activities do you regularly participate in to maintain a

healthy body?
I play sports like soccer, volleyball, swimming
What exercises are you experimenting with to improve your figure?
Jogging, push-ups, sit-ups, squats
How often are you active?
I practice those activities four times per week. I sometimes play sports.
Where to carry out those activities?
Can be at home or the gym. Sports can be at the soccer field or swimming pool.
What effect does it have on your appearance?
Improve health , improve physical fitness
I'm just sad because I can't grow taller
Topic 6: Talk about your favorite unhealthy food. Your conversation should
include:
− type of food that is not good for your health: Fried chicken and fried dishes
- its description: the dishes can be fried, we put them in oil and fry them until
crispy
- Reason for your choice: Fried dishes are delicious and easy to eat, however,
they are very harmful to your health because they are greasy.
− its impact on your health
The body gets hot
We need to drink water regularly and have a reasonable diet.
Drink cool water and eat fruits that cool the body.

Topic 7: Tell your friends about someone who is a good parent. Your conversation
should include:
- Personal information: For me my parents are the best parents
- describe his personality: Although my father is a bit strict, he always cares
about every little thing in the family, my mother always gives the most love to this
small family.
− his/her parenting methods:
My father always taught me about life and lifestyle
My mother taught me things to take good care of myself
− reasons you like/dislike
I like everything my parents have taught me and given me love. Sometimes my
parents are so angry that they yell at me - it's called being angry, but I don't blame
them at all because they just accidentally yelled at me.
Topic 8: With your friend, talk about a work of art you've seen (for example, a
painting/a photo/a sculpture).
− Type of artwork: image of soccer player Messi.
− description/information about the work: Messi is a world-famous football
player. The number 10 shirt that Messi used to play for has become a legendary
shirt in world football.
− Special things about it: It is a poster of Messi when he and the Argentina
national team won the 2022 World Cup championship. Fulfilling his dream of
winning the world cup.
− Reason you like/dislike: This is the happiest and happy image of my idol
holding up the World Cup championship trophy.
I don't like it because I have to admit that Messi is old and close to the age when he
has to retire from football.

Topic 9: With a friend, talk about your favorite social network. You should
include:
− types of social networks: facebook, Instagram, tiktok and zalo
− frequency of your visits: daily
- benefits and limitations:
Benefits help us exchange information on social networks when we don't meet face
to face and watch many useful videos when people post on social networks.
- Reason for recommendation: Need to limit the use of social networks, and only
use them when necessary. Learn about social network safety and civility on social
networks to avoid toxicity.
Topic 10: With a friend, talk to describe a time when you received help from
someone. You should include:
− type of problem: I used to have psychological problems
- Describe the problem (time, location...): Last year I discovered that I was
mentally unstable. And my best friend helped me get through it.
− Solution to your problem: He is always by my side encouraging and advising
me to study. Help me accept and get over it.
− How to thank that person: To thank my companion for helping me overcome
difficulties, I bought you a gift and am always ready to help when you need me.

Talk about introduce yourself :

I am glad to say a little bit about myself . My full name is Nguyen

Tran Dan Duong but everyone calls me Duong. I am in my 20s. I was
born and raised in Can Tho city, I like living amidst the noise and bustle
of the city. I am a student studying at FPT University and working part-
time as a waiter at a coffee shop. I have a passion for music so I often go
to concerts several times a year. My family has four members. There are
my parents and my younger brother. My parents are both in their 50s.
My younger brother is 14 years old, he loves playing sports, especially
volleyball.