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Aptis Speaking
Part 2: 30s/q

1. Describe the picture

Looking at the picture I can see many people sitting around the table. There is a lot of food
on the table, and some candles burning. I think they are having dinner in a restaurant.
Maybe they are having a party. They are having a great time with their friends

2. Tell me the last time you went to a restaurant with your friends?
The last time I went to a restaurant with my friends was yesterday when my best friend had
a birthday party. The party was held in a restaurant in the city centre with a lot of people,
her family and friends. The food there was so delicious. I was impressed by the luxury of the
restaurant

3. Why do people enjoy eating out with their friends?

There are some reasons why people enjoy eating out with their friends. The very first reason
that we can think of is that it is really fun to be with friends. They can share happy moments
together. The second reason we can consider is that they can enjoy good food there. It is
really delicious because it is made by famous chefs. Last but not least, eating out can save
them a lot of time for cooking and cleaning

Part 3: một ngừời nhìn máy bay cất cánh, một người đợi tàu

1. Tell me what you see from two pictures

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- The two pictures show people standing in different places

- In the first picture I can see a man standing at the airport while in the second picture
I can see the man standing at a railway station
- The man in the first picture is pulling his suitcase whereas the man in the second
picture is wearing his backpack
- The weather in the first picture is very hot because I can see the sun is shining
brightly but the weather in the second picture is cold because I can see the man is
wearing warm clothes
- The man in the first picture is going to travel by airplane but the man in the second
picture is going to travel by train

2. Why do people prefer to go by plane than by train?

There are some reasons why people prefer to go by plane than by train. First, it is much
faster so people can save a lot of time for travelling. Second, they like flying experience. They
love watching everything from the sky. Last, it is more convenient because they can go
anywhere in the world.

3. Why does flying make many people feel uncomfortable?

Flighting can make many people feel uncomfortable because some people are afraid of
flying. They are scared of the height. Second, when people are high in the sky, there is less
oxygen. Last, the noise and the vibration of the plane can make people sick.

Part 4: 1’ prepare – 2’ speak

1. Tell me about a time when you tried hard to achieve your goal?

- I am going to share with you something about a time when I tried hard to achieve my
goal.
- It was about 20 years ago when I was 18 years old
- At that time, I was preparing for the exam to university
- It was very difficult so I had to study day and night.
- Sometimes I felt very tired and stressed. But I kept trying and in the end, l passed the
exam

2. How do you feel about it?

- When I got the news that I passed the exam, I was so excited that I jumped up and
down like a child because everyone wished to pass this exam.
- I felt so happy and proud of myself because I had been trying my best to learn.

3. What do people need to do to achieve their goals?

- To achieve their goals, people need to have clear goals, careful plan, work hard and
keep trying
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Aptis Speaking (a time you had to so something but you

didn’t want to)
Part 1

1. Tell me a typical meal in your country

A typical meal in my country include rice, meat, fish, vegetables and fruits. Most people have meal at
home to save money and stay healthy.

2. What do you people in your country like to read?

In my country people like to read newspaper because they can update information and they ca read
anywhere at any time.

3. What is your favourite weather?

I like the weather in autumn because it is cool and pleasant. It is not hot, cold or rainy so it is a very
suitable for outdoor activities. I feel comfortable and healthy in this kind of weather

1. Describe the picture

- Look at the picture I can see 3 girls on the street.
- They look very young, about 20 years old
- They are walking on the pavement and carrying shopping bags
- I guess they have left a shopping centre
- They are wearing casual clothes and look very happy
- I think they are enjoying their time
- In the background of the picture I can see many tall buildings and people walking
on the street
- The weather is very nice. It is warm and sunny

2. Tell me there is the last time you went shopping

Last week I went to a supermarket with my children. I bought a lot of things such
as food, clothes, and some toys for my chidlren. I spend nearly 5,000,000
Vietnam doong on that day
3. Why do some people dislike busy places?
Some people dislike busy places like big cities or tourist attractions because they are
too crowded so they are noisy, polluted and expensive. This can badly affect their
health and waste a lot of money
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Part 3

1. Tell me what do you see from the two pictures

- The two pictures show people travelling by different means of transport
- In the first picture, I can see a family in a car while in the second picture I can see
two co-workers in a train
- The people in the first picture are using their private car whereas the people in
the second picture are using public transport
- The people in both pictures look relaxed and happy and I guess that they are
enjoying their journey
2. What are the advantages of travelling by car and travelling by train?
- Travelling by car and travelling by train have different benefits and are suitable for
different kinds of people depending on their preference and budget
- Travelling by car is fast, convenient and comfortable. We can go anywhere at any
time
- Travelling by train is economical and suitable for long-distance
3. Why do some people like travelling by train?
- There are some reasons why some people like travelling by train. First, is it is
economical because the train ticket is cheap and people do not have to spend
money on petrol. Second, it doesn’t cause much motion sickness as other means
of transort.
Part 4

Tell me about a time you had to do something but you didn’t want

- I am going to share with you something about the time I had to do something
that I didn’t want
- It was about 10 years ago when I was a student
- At that time I had to study a lot of subjects and did a part-time job in a
restaurant.
- I felt tired and sleeply all the time. Sometimes I was exhausted and stressed
- My parents asked me to get up early and run in the park because they were
worried about my health.
- At first, I didn’t want to get up early because I just wanted to sleep but I had to
try hard as I didn’t want to upset my parents.
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- After that some days, I felt much better. Running in the park was relaxing and
good for my health
Topic 7
Part 2: (45s/q)
1. Describe this picture

In the picture, I can see a group of people in a car; a man, a woman and two children. I think
they are a family. The man is driving and looking at the children. They are laughing so I think
they are enjoying their time. Maybe they are going on a holiday. The weather outside is very
nice. It is ideal for outdoor activities. I really this picture because it shows love between
members of a family
2. Tell me the last time you were in a car?
I am going to tell you about the last time I was in a car. It was yesterday when I had to go
out. I drove to my school. It took me 30 minutes to drive there. While I was driving, I
listened to some music.
3. How can people pass the time on a long drive?
There are some ways to pass the time on a long drive. Sleeing is the best way to pass the
time on a long drive and refresh ourselves. Second, we can listen to music or something like
that to relax. Third, we can talk to other people nearby. Last, we can take time to deal with
our work
Part 3: 45s/q
1. Tell me what you see in the two pictures.

- The two pictures show people doing different activities in different places
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- In the first picture, I can see many rowing a boat together while in the second
picture I can see a man riding a bicyle.
- The people in the first picture are on a river whereas the man in the second picture
is on the road.
- The people in both pictures are trying their best to win the race

2. Why do some people prefer team sports to individual sports?

There are some reasons why some people prefer team sports to individual sports.
First, it is fun to work with other people. Second, people can get help or support
from other members. Last, they can make more friends, build the relationships with
other people.
PART 4: (1’ prepare – 2’ answer 3q)
1. Tell me about a time when you were busy.
2. How do you feel when you are very busy?
3. If people work less, do you think their life will be better?

1. Regarding the first question “tell me about a time when you were busy”
- I am going to share with you something about a time when I was busy.
- It was last month when I had to do many tests
- The tests were difficult so I had to study day and night for about two weeks
- I was so busy that I didn’t have time to go out to relax or play sports.
2. Turning to the second question “how do you feel when you are very busy”
To be honest I feel tired and stressed because I have to do a lot of things at the same time.
3.As for the last question “If people work less, do you think the life will be better”
Working hard can help us make more money and so we can do what we like. We can live in
a big house, wear beautiful clothes and eat delicious food. Our children can learn in a good
school and we can have good healthcare service. What’s more? Working hard gives us the
feeling of pride and happiness. Therefore, I don’t think if people work less, their life will be
better
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TOPIC 7
Part 2: 45s/ q
1. Describe the picture?

Look at the picture, I can see two people. I guess they are mother and daughter.
The daughter is about 4 or 5 years old. She looks so cute.
The mother is wearing a white dress and holding her daughter by a lake. The
weather in this picture is nice. The sun is shining.
In the background of this picture, I can see a lake and a lot of trees. I love picture
because it shows the love between the mother and her daughter.

2. Tell me a time that you visited a new place?

Last year I visited Halong Bay with my family. It was the first time I had been
here. It was very beautiful and famous. It was the most popular place in Vietnam.
We went swimming, ate seafood and climbed the mountain. I really love Halong
bay

3. Why do people like to go to new places?

- There are some reasons why people like to go to new places. In the first
place, it is interesting/ exciting/ amazing. They can relax and reduce stress
after hard-working days. Second, it is useful. It helps/enables/allows people
to broaden their mind/ learn a lot of things.

Part 3:
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1. Describe these two pictures?

- The two pictures show people in different places.
- In the first picture, I can see a family on the beach while in the second picture I can see a
group of friends on the mountain
- the people in the foot speak to looking at the camera and smiling whereas the people in
the second picture are looking at the mountain
- the weather in the foot with you it is called the Sun is shining but the weather in the
second picture is cold because I can see the people wearing warm clothes

2. Which place in these two pictures do you prefer to go?

- spending the holiday on the beach or in the mountains have different attractions
- some people prefer the mountains because they love adventures and challenges
- Personally, I prefer to go to the beach because I love swimming in the sea and enjoying
seafood. I love watching the sea when the sun rises and when the sun sets.
3. Do you prefer spending time with your family or your friends?
- I prefer spending time with my family because I love my family and I want to share happy
moments with them. They are the most important to me
Part 4
Tell about a time when you were supported by others
How did you feel?
What are ways to motivate others to cooperate?
- I am going to share with you something about a time when I was supported by
others. To be honest, I don’t remember much about this. As far as I can remember, it
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was 5 years ago when I had an accident. My leg was broken and I had to stay in
hospital for nearly one month. It was very worried at that time as I had two little
chidlren and my wife was too busy. My parents said that they could help me look
after the children during the time I was in hospital. And my co-workers helped me
deal with work at the company.
- I was so grateful to my parents and my co-workers.
- There are some ways to motivate others to cooperate. First, we should let them
know the benefits of working together. It is fun and effective. Second, we should plan
everything carefully and encourage people to help and support each other

Topic 8
Part 2: 45s/q
1. Describe this picture

- Look at the picture, I can see a group of people, two men and three women.
- A man is standing near a board. He is talking to his co-workers about something. I
think he is the leader
- 4 people (The other people) are sitting at the desk and listening to him.
- They are wearing formal clothes so I guess they are having a meeting in their office.
- In the background of the picture, I can see a white board and some documents
2. Tell me about the last time you spoke in public.
To be honest, I don’t remember much about the last time I spoke in public. As far as I can
remember, it was about 10 years ago when I was a student. As the best student in my
English class, I was invited to a meeting to talk about ways to master English. I felt so
nervous because it was the first time I had spoken in public and then I tried to keep calm.

The last time I spoke in front of many people was when I graduated from Tran Quoc Tuan
University. If I am not mistaken, it happened 25 years ago. At that time, I represented for
more 150 people to talk about the emotion of cadets after 5 years studying at the school.
That is the first time I spoke in public so I was embarrassed.
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3. Why do some people feel worried about public speaking?

There are some reasons why some people feel worried about public speaking
First, some people are shy when they stand in front of many people
Second, some people are not well-prepared and they are worried that they cannot answer
the questions from the audience
Third, they are not good at communication skill.
Last, they don’t have enough experience in public speaking

Part 3: 45s/q

1. Tell me what you see in the two pictures.

- The two pictures show people having a meal in different places
- In the first picture, I can see two people holding their trays of food. I think that they
are in a canteen.
- In the second picture, I can see a couple having their meal. A waitress/person is
serving them. I guess they are in a restaurant.

2. What are the attractions of eating in these different places?

Canteen or restaurant have different attractions and they are suitable for each kind
of people. Some people like to eat in a canteen because the food here is cheap so
they can save money. Some others prefer to eat in a restaurant due to the fact that
they can enjoy the best food or drink. Also, they are served although the food here
is expensive.
3. Why do some people like to eat out on special occasions?
There are some reasons why some people like to eat out on special occasions.
First, they are lazy and they don’t want to do anything.
Second, they want to save time for going to the market, cooking and cleaning up
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Third, they can enjoy many kinds of food (prepared by the best chefs)
Last, it is a way to treat other people.

Part 4: 1’ – 2’
1. Tell me about a time when you were successful in a challenging situation?
2. How do you feel when you are given a challenge?
3. What can help people to face the challenges of daily life?
- I am going to share with you something about a time when I was successful in a challenging
situation.
- It was 10 years ago when I was student. My class had a picnic in a mountain.
- On that day, we challenged ourselves by climbing the mountain. The mountain was very
high. After climbing for about 30 minutes, I felt very tired and thirsty and I didn’t want to
climb anymore. But I had to keep climbing. Then finally, I reached the top of the mountain.
It’s amazing. I felt so excited and proud of myself.
When I am given a challenge, I feel excited as I believe that If I try my best, I can do it. It’s a
chance to prove myself.
To face the challenges of daily life, people should be calm, well-prepared and they can get
help from those who are experienced. They must believe in themselves that they can do it

Aptis Speaking (12’)

Part 1. In this part I’m going to ask you three short questions about yourself and your interests. You will
have 30 seconds to reply to each question. Begin speaking when you hear this sound

1. Tell me about a famous place in your country

I am going to tell you about a famous place in my country. It is Halong Bay in Quang Ninh. It is not
far from Hanoi, about 100 km. It’s beautiful and famous. It is one of the seven wonders of the
world. It is the most popular travel destination (điểm đến du lịch được nhiều người yêu thích) in
Vietnam which attracts (thu hút) millions of (hàng triệu) people to come here on holiday.

2. Tell me the last thing you saw on TV last night (what, who, when, how, feeling)
I would like to tell you the last thing I saw on TV last night. It was “Duong Len Dinh Olympia” or
“Road to Olympia”. It was a game show for high school students on VTV3. I watched with my
family. It was really interesting and useful. It helped me relax after work and broaden my mind. I
could improve my knowledge. I love this program a lot.

3. What is your favourite kind of music?

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My favourite kind of music is Pop music. It is interesting and popular. A lot of people, especially young
people like Pop music. It helps me relax after work and reduce stress. When I am sad, I often listen to
music because it makes me feel better. I often go to a café with my friends and listen to music there.
It’s really enjoyable

1. I am going to tell you about …… (giới thiệu chủ đề)

2. It is + n (giải thích: nó là cái gì)
3. It is + adj (beautiful, famous, busy, dynamic, interesting, useful, important, necessary,
popular, convenient, delicious, healthy, cheap, relaxing..) (miêu tả)
4. Activities (verbs) (hoạt động)
Eg: Here we can go sightseeing, climb the mountains, swim in the sea, enjoy seafood,
visit some islands…
Eg:
- it helps me relax after work and reduce stress.
- It helps me broaden my mind, improve my knowledge
- It enables me to improve my health, keep fit and prevent health problems such
as/like/ including cancer, heart disease, diabete, obesity
- It allows me to save money to do other important things
5. Opinion/feelings: I really like/love ……is so important to me (cảm xúc)

Part 2. In this part I’m going to ask you to describe a picture. Then I will ask you two questions about it.
You will have 45 seconds for each response. Begin speaking when you hear this sound

1. Describe the picture

- Look at the picture, I can see a beautiful girl. She looks very young, about 20 years old.
- She is relaxing on the boat. Maybe she is sunbathing
- She is wearing a floral dress. There is a hat next to her
- She looks very comfortable. She is smiling happily so I think she is enjoying her time
- The weather in this picture is very nice. The sun is shining brightly.
- In the background of the picture, I can see an island, cloud, blue sky and the sea.
- I really like this picture because both the nature/landscape. and the people are beautiful
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2. Tell me the last time you saw the sea

The last time I saw the sea was two months ago. I went to Halong Bay with my family. We stayed at the
hotel by the beach. Every day we swent swimming, ate seasfood and walked along the beach. It’s amazing

3. Why do some people dislike travelling by sea?

Some people just like travelling by sea for some reasons. First, it is much slower than travelling by road.
Second, it can cause motion sickness that can make people feel uncomforatble

Part 3. In this part I’m going to ask you to compare two pictures and I will then ask you questions about
them. You will have 45s for each response. Begin speaking when you hear this sound.

1. Tell me what do you see from the two pictures

- The two pictures show people with different activities in different places
- In the first picture I can see an old man in the gym while in the second picture I can see two
women in a forest
- The man in the first picture is exercising indoor whereas the people in the second picture I
am hiking outdoor
- The people in the two pictures are trying to improve their health in different ways
2. Which activity do you prefer?
- Exercising indoor or outdoor has different benefits and is suitable for different kinds of
people depend on their preference and situations
- Some people like exercising indoor because they don’t want to go out.
- Personally I prefer exercising outdoor because I can enjoy fresh air and sunbathe. This is
really good for both mental and physical health
3. Why is exercise is important?
- Exercise is important because it is enjoyable and useful. It can help people relax and improve
their health. Besides, it enables people to keep fit and prevent health problems. Also, it
allows people to stay young
Part 4. In this part I’m going to show you a picture and ask you three questions. You will have one
minute to think about your answers before you start speaking. You will have two minutes to answer all
three questions. Begin speaking when you hear this sound. Look at the photograph

1. Tell me a time when you received a good news

2. How did you feel?
3. Why do people like to celebrate good news?
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