Văn Lệnh thư và lý do viết thư Kết thư

phong
Trang • Lệnh thư • Câu kết thư
trọng + Dear Sir/Madam, + If you require any further information,
( Formal) + Dear Mr./ Ms. Parker, please do not hesitate to contact me.
• Lý do viết thư
+ Thank you in advance for your help. I
+ I am writing in response look forward to hearing from you soon /
to the questions you raised I look forward to your reply soon.
in your letter. + I would appreciate your immediate
+ I am writing with attention to this matter. +I look forward
regard to/ to hearing from you soon
reference to …. .
+ I am writing to inform
• Lời chào:
you that...
+ Yours faithfully,
+ I am writing to ask for
your help in … + Yours sincerely,
+ I am writing to draw
your attention to…
+ I am writing to inquire
about..

+ I am writing to apply for

the position of…

+In reply to your letter, I

am writing to…
Thân mật - Lệnh thư - Câu kết thư:
(Informal) + Hi/ Hello/ Dear John, + If you need to know

- Lý do viết thư anything else, just get in

touch with me as soon as
+ I was really happy to receive your
you can.
letter. I hope you are doing well.
+ Thanks a lot for your
I’m writing to ….
help and I hope to hear
+ It’s great to receive your letter. I’m from you soon.
sorry I haven’t written for a long time.
+ I hope this information
I’m writing to ….
will help you. Please feel
+ It’s been so long since I’ve heard from free to contact me for
you. I hope you are doing well and I more information.
hope all your family is doing fine. I’m + It’ll be a pleasure to catch
pretty good in spite of working hard. up again soon. Give my
Anyway, the reason I’m writing is… best to
+ Great to hear that you’re coming for a everyone in the family
visit! I’m looking forward to showing you - Lời chào:
around my country. I’m writing to + Best wishes,
+ Cheers,
+ Love,
+ Take care,
Topic You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
(thân mật) You received an email from your English speaking pen-friend- Audrey,
asking about your new puppy.
It’s great to receive your letter. I’m sorry I haven’t written for a long
time. I was busy preparing for the final exams. I also try to help my
parents with the housework since they are busy all day. What great
news you have a new puppy! I really love puppies because they are
cute. What’s the name of your puppy?. Have you decided to give it a
 name yet? Who gave you such a wonderful gift? Also do you have any
difficulties looking after it?
Write an email responding to Audrey.You should write at least 120
words. You do not need to include your name or address.
Lệnh thư Dear Audrey,

Lý do viết It’s been so long since I’ve heard from you. I hope you are doing
thư well and I hope all your family is doing fine. I’m very proud to hear that
although you were busy preparing your final exams, you tried to help
your parents with the housework since they were busy all day. Good luck
to your exam!Anyway, the reason I’m writing is to tell you some things
about my new puppy.
Nội dung It is a very lovely Samoyed puppy and I have decided to give him a
chính nice name -Teddy. He is a wonderful gift from my parents on my 21st
birthday last week.
I love him so much because he is very cute, very lovely with big brown
eyes and an extremely white fur. Anyway, I don’t have any difficulties
in looking after him because it is very easy to feed and I play with him
every day. Sometimes, we go for a walk in the park together. When you
come to my house, he will be very happy to play with you.
Kết thư It’ll be a pleasure to catch up again soon. Give my best to everyone
in the family.
Lời chào Love,

Linda

(208 words)
Topic You are a regular client of the local sport center. You receive an
(trang trọng) email from the manager, mister Robert Smith, asking for your
opinion about the sport center service:
 “Thank you very much for using the sports center as you visit
our sport center so often. I’m writing to ask for your opinion so
that we can improve the service quality.

We would be grateful if you could tell us the reason why you

choose our center and whether you are satisfied with the sport
facilities. We would also want to know if there is anything you
are unhappy with or things you would like to be changed. And
is there anything new you would like to see and use.”

Lệnh thư Dear Sir,

Lý do viết
I am writing this letter to give my feedback regarding the service quality
thư
of your sports center. Honestly, I am really happy to know that you like
to hear my opinion about the sport center.

Nội dung
The first reason why I like to exercise in your center is thats to walk
chính
from my place t it is located near my home. It only takes me 15 minuteo
the sports center, so I could say it is quite convenient for me to go to the
gym whenever I want.

Secondly, your sport center has various types of equipment, especially

the sauna room that can help me get fit. Generally, I feel satisfied with
all the facilities in our center, which are modern and easy to use.

However, I hope your center could be open sooner in the morning

because I believe 5 to 6 AM is a good choice for most people to exercise
before going to work. Besides, it would be appreciated if there will be an
Olympic-size swimming pool because as far as I know, there are a lot of
your customers having swimming as their favorite activity.
Kết thư I hope this information will help you. If you require any further
information, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Lời chào Yours sincerely,

TÓM TẮT BÀI HỌC
WRITING

TASK 1 – LETTERS (nên dành 20p viết)

1) INFORMAL (khi viết thư cho bạn – a friend)

Dear ....(tên ng bạn viết thư)....

It has been so long since I’ve heard from you. How have you been? I and my family are
doingfine here. Hopefully, you and your beloved family are doing well too. I am quite
busy studying English to pass the B2 certificate, which is one of the required conditions
to graduate. In spite of being stressful, I still keep myself in control. Anyway, the reason
I’m writing this email/ letter to you to provide some information about ... (mục đích viết
thư).....

I am so proud/happy/sorry to hear that... (nêu câu dẫn trong đề bài).... To begin

with,...As for ways of... Regarding ways of...(Trả lời tất cả các ý của đề bài yêu cầu)..

It’ll be pleasure to catch up you again soon. Give my best regards to everyone in your
family and take the best care of you.

Love/ Best wishes

2) FORMAL Văn phong: Trang Trọng

Lệnh thư:

- Người viết không quen biết người nhận: Dear Sir/ Madam,

- Người viết biết người nhận: Dear Mr(s). Family name, Ex: Dear Ms Parker,

Câu mở đầu:

- I’m writing this letter to ask if I could + V

- I’m writing with regard/ reference to/ in connection with .....(NP)....

- I’m writing to inform you you that S+V

- I’m writing to ask for your help in....(NP).....

- I’m writing to draw your attention to....(NP)......

- I’m writing to inquire about....(NP)...

- I’m writing to apply for the position of...

- In reply to your letter, I am writing to...

Câu kết thư:

- If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me.

- Thank you in advance for your help. I look forward to hearing from

you soon/ I look forward to your reply soon.

- I would appreciate your immediate attention to this matter.

- I look forward to hearing from you.

• Chào tạm biệt:

- Yours faithfully,

- Yours sincerely,

TASK 2 – ESSAYS (nên dành 40p viết)

1) AGREE – DISAGREE:

- Nhận biết khi đề xuất hiện ... Do you agree or disagree / To what extent you agree or

disagree with...

- Brief:
It is an undeniable fact that...(Quan điểm 1)....In contrast, other people believe
that...(quan điểm 2).....Therefore, from my point of view, I am totally in
agreement/disagreement with the statements of that...( quan điểm 1 or 2)...

To begin with, I strongly agree that ....(quan điểm đã lựa chọn)...because of some
following reasons. The first reason is that...( lý do 1)....The second reason could be
explained that....( lý do số 2) . The third reason is that ...( lý do 3).... Last but not
least,...(lý do 4)... . In short, ...(nhắc lại quan điểm đã lựa chọn)...

In a nutshell, I would come up with the conclusion that...(quan điểm đã lựa chọn)...
because of...( lý do 1,2,3,4).... . It is suggested that the Government/ parents/ teachers/
......

2) ADVANTAGES/DISADVANTAGES:

- Nhận biết khi đề xuất hiện:

Advantages = Benefits = Positives = Good points = Plus points = Strong aspects/

issues

Disadvantages= Drawbacks/ shortcomings/ Negatives= Bad points = Negative

poitns = Weak aspects

- Brief:

On the other hand, I support the view of those who believe that the disadvantages of

...(topic – Noun phrase/V-ing)....outweigh the advantages. Firstly. .....( bất lợi

1).....Secondly....(bất lợi2).... .Thirdly... (bất lợi3).... In brief, there are tons of
disadvantages of ...(topic – Noun phrase/V-ing).....

There is no denying the fact that/ It is believed that .....(topic statement – paraphrasing
topic)....While there are some advantages of this trend, I would argue that its
disadvantages aremore significant. Therefore, both good and bad points are outlined in
this essay.

On the one hand, the benefits of the conveniences created by ...(topic – Noun phrase/V-
ing).... should not be underestimated. The first benefit/ advantage is that...( thuận lợi
1).... The second benefit is that.....( thuận lợi2)..... The third benefit is that ...( thuận
lợi3).... In short, there are several important benefits ...(topic – Noun phrase/V-ing).....

On the other hand, I support the view of those who believe that the disadvantages of

...(topic – Noun phrase/V-ing)....outweigh the advantages. Firstly. .....( bất lợi

1).....Secondly....( bất lợi2).... .Thirdly... (bất lợi3).... In brief, there are tons of
disadvantages of ...(topic – Noun phrase/V-ing).....

To sum up, I would come up with the concludion that despite the benefits of .....(topic
– Noun phrase/V-ing)...., I believe the drawbacks outweigh the advantages. It is
suggested that the Goverment/ people/ teachers/ parents/ individuals should ...( lời
khuyến nghị - balance both advantages and disadavantages of)...(topic – Noun
phrase/V-ing).

3) PROBLEMS, CAUSES & SOLUTIONS:

- Nhận biết khi đề xuất hiện: ....Discuss the reasons and give some possible solutions /

Factors influencing ..... / discuss the effects of.....

- Brief:

In recent years, it is believed that .....(topic statement – paraphrasing topic)....and this

seems to be an increasingly common trend in many countries. There are a number of

reasons behind this tendency and I would argue that it has a serious negative impact on
society. This situation prompts actions, and I believe that there are a number of
measures/ solutions should be taken to solve this issue/problem.
To begin with, it can be noted that there are some important reasons why ...(problems-
EX: many professionals, such as scientists and doctors, are leaving their own poorer
countries to work in developed countries). The first reason is that .....( lý do 1)..... The
second reason is that ......( lý do 2)..... The third reason is that . .....( lý do 3)..... In short,
there are several reasons of why ..(problem topic . EX:brain drain)frequently happens
in our society.

The problems of ...(topic – Noun phrase/V-ing)....can result in some negative effects.

The first negative effect is that ...( ảnh hưởng số 1).... Therefore, the solution is
suggested that ...(giải pháp cho ảnh hưởng số 1). The second effect is that ...( ảnh hưởng
số 2).... Hence, another sollution should be focused that ...( giải pháp cho ảnh hưởng số
2).... The third effect is that (ảnh hưởng số 3), Accordingly, the sollution is mentioned
that ...(giải pháp cho ảnh hưởng số 3).... In brief, there are some negative effects and
some following sollutions of ...(topic – Noun phrase/V-ing)....

To sum up, I would come up with the conclusion that ...(topic – Noun phrase/V-ing)....is
caused by several factors/ reasons ...(lý do 123)... and this problem might bring about
serious impact/ effects ...( ảnh hưởng 1,2,3...). As a result, it is suggested that ....(giải
pháp 123...) should be taken in consideration thoroughly.

SPEAKING
Lưu ý khi nói để tránh mất tgian nên sử dụng công thức: main idea + support sentence(s)

1) PART 1: trả lời câu hỏi ngắn (3mins)

2) PART 2: tình huống (4mins)

Cách trình bày:

1. Giới thiệu tình huống: My situation is that .... 2. Đưa ra lựa chọn+ lý do chọn: Among
the three options, I think..... is the best choice because of the following reasons.
firstly....; secondly.......

3. Lý do không chọn p/a (2): I don’t think that (2) is suitable because.... 4. Lý do không
chọn p/a (3): Although the option (3) has some strong points ( for example,....) I don’t
choose it because......

5. Kết luận:

- To sum up. In my opinion, (1) is the best option in this situation.

- To sum up, if I were in the case, I would choose (1) b/c of the reasons I have just

mentioned.

3) PART 3: mở rộng chủ đề (5mins)

1. My topic is that ...(giới thiệu đề).... In my opinion, it is true to say so because of the
following reasons.

2. Firstly, I would say that ...(ý 1).... Because ...(giải thích lý do)... + For example, (cho
ví dụ)......

3. Secondly/ In addition, it is true that ...(ý 2)... Because ...(giải thích lý do)... + An
example for this is that ...(cho ví dụ)...

4. Finally/ Another important point is that ...(ý 3).... Because ...(giải thích lý do)... + For
example, (cho ví dụ)......

5. In short/ to sum up, I strongly agree that + ...(topic)... because of the reasons I have

presented / mentioned.
 SPEAKING PRACTICE
PART 1
1. Talk about career
• What is your job?
*I’m a senior. I’m studying at BANKING UNIVERSITY OF HCM CITY which is
located AT 56 HOÀNG DIỆU street, district THU DUC , HCM city.
*I’m working as a doctor/ an accountant/ a pharmacist at a hospital which is located
on Su Van Hanh street, district 10, HCM city.
• How long have you been working there?
*I have been studying there for 4 years. I’m going to graduate the next time .
*I have been working there for 18 years because it is a good working environment.
- Why do you like your job?
*I like my major because it’s useful for my future job.
*I like my job because it is suitable for my ability, and it’s a satisfying job.
2. Talk about hometown
• Where do you come from?
I come from Nha Trang. It’s a seaside city.
I come from HCM City. It’s the biggest and crowdest city in VN
I come from Đồng Nai. It’s 40 kilometers far from HCM city.
• Do you like living in your hometown?
*I like living in Nha Trang/ Đồng Nai because it’s a nice city with many beautiful
sites as …
*I like living in HCMC because it is the center of culture, education and trade.
• What is it famous for?
*Nha Trang is famous for beautiful beaches and fresh and delicious seafood. It
attracts a lot of tourists every year.
*HCMC/ Đồng Nai is famous for its delicacies. You can enjoy many kinds of
delicious dishes with reasonable price.
3. Talk about leisure activities
• What do you like doing in your free time?
*I like shopping and playing games online in my free time.
*I like watching tele vision and listening to music in my free time.
• Why do you like doing it?
*Shopping and playing games are good ways for me to relax.
*Watching television and listening to music are good ways for me to relax.
• How much time do you spend doing that?
 *I often spend three hours playing games in my free time or on the weekends
*I often spend two hours watching television or listening to music in my free on
the weekend.

4. Talk about sports

• What sports do you like best? Why?
The sport I like best is soccer/badminton because it is a team sport and it’s very
exciting.
• Do you prefer indoor or outdoor sports? Why?
Actually, I prefer outdoor sports because I feel more comfortable and fresh air is
good for my health.
• Do you know why people like to play sports?
People like to play sports because it helps improve their health and they would
become more active.
5. Talk about music
• Do you like music? Why/Why not?

Absolutely yes. Music is my cup of tea because when I listen to music, I feel
comfortable and relaxed.
• What is the most popular kind of music in your country?
*The most popular kinds of music in my country are pop and rap. Young people
like listening to pop and rap at any time and anywhere.
* The most popular music in my country is Bolero. People like listening to Bolero
anytime and anywhere.
• How is music good or not good for people?
Music is always good for people. It helps people be happier and more active.
6. Talk about TV programmes
• How many hours a day do you watch television?
I often spend 2 hours watching television with my family after dinner.
Which programmes do you like?
*The programme I like best is music, especially Rap Viet because it’s very
interesting.
*The programme I like best is cartoon, especially Tom and Jerry because it’s very
interesting
• Do you prefer watching television alone or with other people? Why?
I prefer watching television with other people because it’s more interesting to
discuss T.V programs with other people.
 7. Talk about places
• Where do you usually go when you have spare time?(free time)
*I usually go to the beach in my free time because I like swimming in the sea.
*I usually go to the cafe in my free time because I’m addicted to coffee.
*I usually go swimming in my free time because I want to be stronger and fitter.
• In what way is café a great place for people to enjoy their free time?
Because in a cafe they can drink coffee, listen to music, chat with their friends,
which help them release stress after a hard working day.
8. Talk about fashion
• Do you try to follow the latest fashion?
*Yes, I love fashion very much, so I often follow the latest fashion.
*Actually, I love fashion, but I don’t follow it because I have no money and time.
• What kind of clothes do you like to wear?
I like wearing sports clothes/ T- shirt and jeans because they are simple and
comfortable.
• Which do you prefer, shopping in a small shop or a supermarket?
*I like shopping in a small shop because clothes in small shops are more beautiful
and the price is reasonable.
*I like shopping in a supermarket because it has a lot of clothes, foods, drinks, house
hold products, and the price is fix.
9. Talk about food and drink
• What food do you like?
I like seafood and chicken noodles because they are delicious.
- Do you like eating fast food or home cooked food? Why?
*I like eating fast food because I don’t have time, and I don’t know how to cook.
*I like home cooked food because it is cleaner, safer, money-saving and good for
my health.

10. Talk about art gallery

- Have you ever been to art galleries?
*I have never been to art galleries because I’m not interested in art, and I don’t like
paintings.
*I have been to art galleries many times because I love art, especially paintings.
• Would you prefer to go there alone or with someone else?
*I would prefer to go to art galleries with my friends because I can talk about art
with them.
• What are the benefits of going to art galleries?
 Going to art galleries helps me feel relaxed and I find life more interesting because
it is the place where I can admire many works of art.
11. Talk about technology in your house
- Do you have a lot of technological devices in your house?
I have many technological devices in my house such as a television, a laptop, a
camera, a smartphone, a washing machine, and so on.
• What is your most favorite technological device?
My most favourite technological device is my laptop because I can use it to study
and work. I can also use it for entertainment such as listening to music or watching
films on Youtube
• How important is technology to your life?
Technology is very important to my life because it makes my life better and more
interesting.
12. Talk about dream
- Do you often dream?
I rarely dream in my sleep. I only dream in my sleep when I’m too tired.
• Do you remember your dream when you get up?
I don’t remember my dream when I get up because there are many things happening
in my dream.
• Do you think dreams are important?
I don’t think dreams are important because it’s not real.
13. Talk about musical instrument
- Do you play any musical instrument?
* I play the guitar because I find it interesting.
*I never play any musical instrument because I’m not good at music.
• What is the most popular musical instrument in your country?
The most popular musical instrument in my country is the guitar because it is easy
to play.
• Do you think musical instrument is important to human life?
I think musical instrument is important to human life because it makes our life more
interesting.
14. Talk about habit
- What do you often eat for breakfast and dinner?
I often eat beef noodles for breakfast and rice, meat, fish and vegetables for dinner.
• What is the most popular dish in VN?
The most popular dish in VN is beef noodles/ bread/ rice because it is delicious and
it gives people energy for a working day.
• Do people in VN often eat out at weekend? Why/why not?
Absolutely yes. People in VN often eat out at weekend because eating out in VN is
not too expensive, and they want to spend time hanging out with friends and family.
15. Talk about color
- What’s your favourite color? Why?
*My favourite color is black/ white because it is cool, and it is easy for me to match
clothes. For example, I can match a black skirt with a white or red or blue blouse.
*My favourite color is red because I consider it a lucky color. When I wear a red
shirt or red dress, everything seems to go smoothly.
• Are there any colors that have a special meaning in your country? Why?
Yes, yellow and red is the color of VN flag. It symbolizes for Vietnamese blood
and skin.
• Do you think different people like different colors?Why?/ why not?
I think different people like different colors because the colors they like tell you part
of their characteristics.
16. Talk about how to keep up to date with the news
- Do you often keep up to date with the news?
I keep up to date with the news on social media sites every day.
• What is your news source?
My news source is Facebook, Twitter or Zalo, because they are informative.
• How important is it to keep up to date with the news?
It is very important for me to keep up to date with the news because it helps me
know what’s going on throughout the country and all over the world.
17. Talk about dancing class. (lớp học khiêu vũ)
- Have you ever been to a dancing class?
*I’ve never been to a dancing class because I don’t like dancing.
* I have been to a dancing class many times because I love dancing. It is one of my
interests.
• Would you prefer to go there alone or with someone else?
If I go to dancing class I prefer to go with my friend because it’s easier for me to
learn dancing. We always need partner to dance.
• In your opinion, how important is it to know how to dance?
I think it’s really very important. If you know how to dance, it’s a good way for you
to communicate with other people at a party and dancing is also a good way for
relaxation and stay healthy.
18. Talk about personality
- How would you describe yourself?
I’m a family person. After work/ school, I would like to come home to have dinner
with my family.`
• In what ways are you similar to your friends?
 *My friends and I have similar in eating and drinking habit. We like eating barbecue,
hotpot and drink beer.
* My friends and I like have one thing in common. We like playing
sports. Whenever we have free time, we play football together.
• What are the common characteristics of people in your house?
People in my house are very kind and generous. They often offer help and give
money to poor people.

19. Talk about personality

- Are you a family person?( người của gia đình)
Yes, I’m a family person. After work/ school, I would like to come home to have
dinner with my family, and at the weekend I like spending time with my family.
• What do you think are the quality of a good wife
I think a good wife is a person who is good at cooking and always takes care of
her family.
• Do you think your personality will change when you get older?
In my opinion, my personality will probably change over time. I may become more
difficult, and more careful than when I was young.
20. Talk about your teacher
- Who is your favourite teacher?
My favourite teacher is Mr. An/ Ms An. He/She is a teacher of English. I love
him because he’s easy-going and enthusiastic.
• Should teachers be strict on students? Why?
*I think teachers shouldn’t be strict to students. If they are strict. They will cause
pressure to students, and they find it hard to get close to them.
*I think teachers should be strict to students. If they are strict, students will have
good discipline in class and study better.
• If you were a teacher. Which subject would you like to teach?
If I were a teacher, I would like to teach English because I love English.
21. Talk about drink
- Do you drink milk every day? Why/ why not?
*Honestly, I don’t drink milk every day because I don’t like it, and I think it’s for
children.
*Absolutely yes. I drink milk every day because it is rich in calcium and vitamins.
It’s good for my health, and it helps me taller.
• Do you drink fruit juice?
Yes, I sometimes drink fruit juice, especially orange juice because it has a lot of
vitamin c.
• What else do you like to drink?
 I also like drinking lemon juice, water melon juice and coconut juice because they
help me have nice skin
22. Talk about plane
- Have you ever travelled by plane? If yes, when did you travel by plane?/ If no,
Would you like to travel by plane? Why?
*Yes, I have travelled by plane many times to HN on business trips.
*I’ve never travelled by plane. If I have a chance, I would like to travel by plane
because it’s faster, safer and more comfortable.
- Is air service good in your country?
I think air service in my country is very good. They serve good food and flight
attendants are friendly and polite.

23. Talk about mobile phone service

- How often do you use a mobile phone? Why?(once a week/ month-Twice a
week/a month/ three times a week)
I use my mobile phone everyday. It’s part of my life. I use it to contact everybody
and search information.
I often use my mobile phone to keep up to date with the news on social networks
such as Facebook, Zalo, Twitter everyday.
• Are you satisfied with your mobile phone service? Why?
I’m very satisfied with mobile phone service because the staff members are always
helpful, friendly.
• In your opinion, what makes a good mobile phone service?
In my opinion, a good mobile phone service is helpful to customers, and offers
many promotion programmes.

24. Talk about landscape in your country

- What is your favourite landscape in your country? Can you describe it?
*My favourite landscape is Ha Long Bay. It’s very nice and romantic. It looks like
a picture with blue water and many small and big islands.

*My favourite landscape is Vung Tau beach. It’s very nice and romantic. It looks
like a picture with blue water and a long beach.

*My favourite landscape is Xuan Hương Lake. It’s very nice and romantic. It looks
like a picture with blue water and many cherry trees around the lake.
• What did you do there?
I went sightseeing and took pictures with my friends.
• What do you suggest me to do if I visit it?
I think you should go sightseeing, take pictures and enjoy local food.

25. Talk about fashion

- Do you like wearing casual(thường phục) or formal (trang trọng) clothes?
I like wearing casual clothes such as T-shirt and Jeans because they are
comfortable.
• How do you dress to work( mặc như thế nào đi làm)
I have to wear uniform to work such as a white shirt and pants.
• What is your favourite clothing?
My favourite clothing is a black suit/ a dress because it looks nice on me.
26. Talk about a map
• Have you ever used maps?
I used a map when I first moved to HCM city because I was afraid of being lost.
• Do you prefer paper maps or electronic maps? Why?
I prefer electronic maps because it’s on mobile phone, so it’s more convenient.
• Have you ever asked for directions instead of using maps. What happened?
Absolutely yes. When I asked for directions, people showed me the shortest and
easiest way.
27. Talk about your study
• Are self-study skills taught at school in your country?
Absolutely yes. My teachers teach me how to study by myself because it helps
improve my study.
- Should self-study skills be a compulsory subject at school?
I think self-study skills shouldn’t be compulsory at school. It depends on students’
awareness.
• How does the lack of self- study skills train affect students’ performance at
university?
IF students lack self-study skills, they cannot study well at school.
28. Talk about owning a pet
• What type of animal do you want to have as a pet?
I like to have a dog/ a cat as a pet because it’s cute/ lovely.
• When did you first have a pet?/How did you get it?
I had a pet when I was 10 years old. It was a birthday present/ gift from my father.
• At what age do you think people should start to own a pet?
I think children can own a pet when they are 10 years old because at that age, they
know how to feed and take care of the pet.
29. Talk about a room in your house
• What’s your favourite room in your house? Why?
 My favourite room is my bed room because it is my place where I can do
everything I like to do.
• What do you often do in the room? Why? Why not?
I often sleep, read books, watch T.V or listen to music and surf the Internet
• What do you think you should do to make your room a better place?
I think I should have an air conditioner in my bed room to feel cooler.
30. Talk about travelling
• Is solo travelling becoming more popular among students?
I think solo travelling is not popular among students. Most students like travelling
with their friends.
- What are disadvantages( bất lợi) of travelling alone?
When travelling alone, you have nobody to talk to or share your feeling OR nobody
helps you when you get sick or injured.
• What should be done to have a safe solo travelling?
I think you should find out information about your holiday destination, prepare
medicine and money, smart phone in case you get lost.
31. Talk about collection
- Did you collect anything when you were a child?
*Absolutely yes. When I was a child, I used to collect Barbie dolls because they
are beautiful.
*Absolutely yes, When I was a child I used to collect Doraemon comic books
because I could follow the stories.
- What do Vietnamese people often collect?
Vietnamese people often collect stamps, coins, butterflies, wines, antique
- What will you collect if you have money?
If I have money, I will collect antique because its value lasts over time.
32. Talk about dancing
- Do you like dancing?
*Absolutely yes, I love dancing. I used to go dancing when I was young. It’s very
good for my health.
*Honestly, I don’t like dancing. I find it boring.
- Why do many people like dancing?
People like dancing because it’s very exciting, comfortable and good for their
heath.
- Where can people learn how to dance in your country?
People can learn how to dance in a dancing club or The Youth Center or in a park.
33. Talk about travelling experience
 - What is your most favourite place in VN?
My favourite place is Ha Long Bay/ Xuan Hương Lake in ĐÀ LẠT city/ Vung Tau
beach because it’s very nice and romantic.
- Have you ever travelled ...?
I’ve been to Ha Long Bay/ Xuan Hương Lake in ĐÀ LẠT city/ Vung Tau beach
many times for summer holidays.
- Where would you like to spend your summer holiday?
I’d like to spend my summer holidays in Vung Tau beach because I can swim in
the sea, walk along the beach and enjoy seafood/local food and take pictures with
friends.
34. Talk about public transport
- What is your favourite means of public transport?
My favourite means of public transport is the bus because it’s cheap, safe
and fast.
- What is the most popular means of transport in your city? Why?
The most popular means of transport in my city is the bus because it’s cheap and
environmentally friendly.
- What are the benefits of using if?
Travelling by public transport helps reduce air pollution and traffic jams, and save
people money.
35. Talk about bank:
• Have you ever been to a bank in your area?
Absolutely yes. I often go to the bank once a month.
• What did you do there?
Last week, I went to the bank to deposit money to my family and into my account.
• How does the ATM service in your area work?
The ATM service in my area works well, but sometimes it is out of order or out of
money
36. Talk about going out
- How often do you go out? Why?
I often go out with my friends at the weekend or when I have a day off.
- Do you prefer to go out alone or with friends? Why?
I prefer to go out with my family or my best friend because it’s more exciting to be
with them.
- What do you like to do when you go out? Why?
We often go out for dinner or go shopping or go to the cinema.
 37. Talk about interview
- Have you ever been interviewed? Can you describe it?
I’ve been to many interviews when I looked for my first job.
- How did you prepare for it?
I prepared carefully by searching information about the company on the Internet and
I practice answering the questions.
- How important is it to prepare for the Interview?
*It is very important to prepare for the interview because you can be a successful
candidate if you prepare carefully
38. Talk about computer brand
• What is your favorite brand?
My favourite brand is DELL because it’s powerful, popular and cheap.
• When did you start using that brand?
I started using that brand 5 years ago because it was the cutting edge of computer
technology at that time..
• Will you continue using that brand in the future?
Absolutely yes. I will continue using that brand because it’s long lasting.
39. Talk about blogs
• Have you ever written online blogs?
I’ve never written online blogs because I’m not good at writing, and I don’t want
my personal life known by many people.
• What topic do you often write about?
If I write blogs, I will write about my travelling experiences because I’d like to share
nice photos of landscape to everybody.
• What are the benefits of writing online blogs?
Writing online blogs brings you lots of benefits. You can share your opinions,
experiences on something, so you can have more friends all over the world.
40. Talk about anger
• How often do you get angry?
I never get angry because I’m an easy-going person.
• What do you often do when you are angry?
*When I get angry I often go to the cafe to calm me down.
*When I get angry I often drink water to calm me down.
• What do you do to control your anger?
I try to ignore people’s mistake and do some work to forget it.
41. Talk about holidays
• What do you often do during Tet holidays?
 I often visit my grandparents and relatives and exchange best wishes during Tet
holidays
• What should people avoid doing during Tet holidays?
People should avoid quarrelling during Tet holidays because they think it will be
bad for the whole year.
- What makes our Tet traditions different from those of other countries?
Our Tet tradition is different from other countries because it is the Lunar New Year
and we eat traditional food and wear traditional clothes on Tet holidays.
42.Talk about exercise
• What are the most popular types of exercise in the area where you live?
The most popular types of exercise in the area where I live are jogging and
badminton because there is a park for them to exercise.
• What type of exercise do you think will continue being popular in the future in your
country?
I think football will continue being popular in the future because most people in my
country love football.
• Do you think physical education should be compulsory at all school levels?
Absolutely yes. It should be compulsory at school because it helps to improve
students’ health.
43. Talk about wedding party
• Have you ever taken part in a wedding party?
I’ve been to many wedding parties of my friends, my colleagues and my relatives.
• What do you like most at a wedding party?
At a wedding party, I like the bride and the groom most because they are very
happy.
• What kind of clothes do you wear when attending a wedding party?
I normally wear a dress/ a shirt and pants/a suit because it’s an important event.
44. Talk about Vietnamese actress:
• Do you have a favorite Vietnamese actress? Why/ Why not?
My favourite Vietnamese actress is Hồng ÁNH/ Lê Vân because she not only is
beautiful but also acts well.
• What makes a good actress?
I think a good actress should be beautiful and have good acting skill.
- Is the movie industry developed in your country? Why/ Why not?
The movie industry in my country is developed very much because many directors
study overseas, and many investors put much money in movie production.
45. Talk about mobile phone
- How often do you use mobile phone?
I use my mobile phone every day to contact my family and friends
 - Are you satisfied with your mobile phone service?
I am really satisfied with my mobile phone service because the staff are friendly and
helpful.
- In your opinion, what makes a good mobile phone service?
I think a good mobile phone service is always helpful to customers and has many
promotion programs.
46. Talk about renting a house
- Have you ever rented a house/flat. If no. Do you plan to rent a house? Why?
I’m a student. I’m living in a house for rent now. It is a good place to live.
- Would you prefer to pay the rent monthly/ quarterly/ yearly?
I’d prefer to pay monthly because I don’t have much money.
- What do you like in a rented house?
I like a rented house with a kitchen for me to cook my meals.
47. Talk about birds
- What are the types of bird do you like?
I like parrots because they can talk as human. It’s very interesting
- How do people in your country treat birds?
Some people keep birds as pets. Others don’t like birds. They even eat bird meat.
- Do birds have special meaning in your country?
Some birds have special meanings in my country. For example, Swallows symbolize
for Spring. An owl is for the bad thing.
48. Talk about diet
- Do you have a balanced diet?
Yes, I often have a balanced diet with enough meat, fish, eggs, and vegetables to be
healthy.
- What kind of food do you often eat?
I often eat bread, milk and eggs for breakfast. Rice, meat and vegetables for lunch
and dinner.
- What kind of food do you think you should eat more?
I think I should eat more organic vegetables because it is better for my health.
49. Talk about dictionary
 - Do you often use dictionary?
I often use dictionary to study English. I use it to look up the meaning of new
words.
- What kind of dictionary do you use?
I often use LạcViệt dictionary because it’s easy to understand.
- What kind of dictionary do you think is the most useful?
I think LạcViệt dictionary is the most useful because it is easy to understand.
50. Talk about future plans
- How important is it to plan for future?
Well, it is very important to plan for future because it gives us motivation to fulfil
our dream.
- Do you have plans for your future? What are they?
Absolutelyyes. I’m planning to get a B1VSTEP certificate and then I’m going to
apply for another job.
- Do you often achieve what you have planned? Why?/Why not?
Honestly, I don’t often achieve what I have planned, for example, I cannot speak E
well although I’ve tried hard.
51. Talk about time management
- Are you good at managing your time?
Actually, I am not good at managing time. That’s why I am often late for
school/work.
- How do you manage your time?
When I want something to be done properly, I have to schedule for it and
stick to it.
- How important is the time management?
I think time management is an important skill that helps us work more
efficiently/better.
52. Talk about traditional music
- Do you often listen to traditional music?
Well, I often listen to traditional music like bolero or folk songs.
- What is your favourite song?
My favourite song is “ Father’s love” written by Ngoc Son
 - How important is traditional music in your country?
Traditional music is very important in my country because it is part of our culture
and identity.
53. Talk about dating
- Do you like dating?
When I was young, I liked dating. It was a good chance for me to have a boyfriend/
girlfriend.
- Have you ever dated someone? Can you describe your date?
I used to date my wife/ boyfriend when I was 20. Firstly, we went to a café to talk
to each other and then we went to the cinema.
- What kind of person would you like to date?
I would like to date a girl who is good-looking, charming and eye-catching at
first sight.
I would like to date a man who is handsome, funny and polite.

54. Talk about the neighbor

- Do you know the people who live next door to you?
Honestly, I don’t know my next door neighbor very well because I’m busy working
all day.
- Do you get along with your neighbor? How?
I get along with my neighbors very well. When I meet them I always say hello
to them.
- Are your neighbors helpful?
My neighbors are helpful because they are always ready to help me when I have any
problem.
55. Talk about foreign language
- What foreign language do you speak?
I can speak Chinese and a little English.
- Do you enjoy learning a foreign language?
I really enjoy learning a foreign language, especially English. It enables me to sing
English songs, watch films in English, or communicate with foreigners.
- How important is it to learn a foreign language?
Learning a foreign language is very important because it helps me find a good job
more easily.
56. Talk about sleeping habit
- How many hours a day do you sleep?
I often sleep 6 hours a day because I have to get up early to take my children to
school/ to take a bus to school.
- How important is it to have a good sleep?
A good sleep is very important for us to restore energy for a new day.
- What should we do to have a good sleep?
We should go for a walk or do exercise 5 minutes before bedtime to have a
good sleep.
57. Talk about charity organization
- What are the purpose of charity organization?
A charity organization aims at helping the underprivileged people.
- Would you like to work for a charity organization? Why?
I really love to work for a charity organization because I would like to bring
happiness to everybody.
- Is charity work popular in your country?
Charity work is very popular in my country. There are many groups of donors and
volunteers try to be with people who are in need.
58. Talk about radio
- Do you often listen to the radio?
I often listen to the radio before I leave for work.
- What radio channel do you like to listen to?
I like to listen to FM channel because music on FM channel is interesting to me.
- What are the benefits of listening to the radio?
Listening to the radio is informative and time-saving because you can listen to the
news while working.
59. Talk about working style
- Are you a night person or a morning person? Why?
I’m a night person because I prefer working at night when I can focus on my
work better.
- Would you prefer to work as a part of a team or in individual? Why?
I’d prefer to work as a part of a team because we always need cooperation to fulfil
the work better.
- What kind of people do you like to work with?
I’d like to work with energetic people in a group, and someone who can make
sensible decisions when needed.
60. Talk about internet
- Can you access to the Internet from where you work or study?
I can access to the Internet at my work easily because we are doing e-commerce, so
we have to check customers’ email every day.
- How does the Internet help your work/study?
The Internet helps our work faster and more efficient. For example, we can do
transaction online and do not need to meet customers in person.
- What are the notes for Internet users?
I personally think that Internet provides useful information to you. However, your
personal information can be hacked easily for bad purpose.
61. Talk about WEBSITE:
- What is your favorite website? Why?
My favorite website is Google because it is friendly to users, fast and informative.
- How often do you use it?
I often visit this website whenever I have a break. It seems to be part of my life.
- What do you use it for?
I often use it when I need to find out information about something.
62. Talk about public speaking
- Have you ever made a speech in public?
I’m a senior. I often have to make presentations in front of my class.
- What would you do to overcome the nervousness when you speak in public?
When I feel nervous, I often breathe deeply and motivate myself that “ I can do it,
I can do it”
- What are the benefits of public speaking?
Public speaking helps you become more confident and know how to convey
message to other people.
63. Talk about traditional village
 - Have you ever been to a traditional village?
I’ve been to a traditional village in the North of VietNam. It is Que Son village in
Quang Nam province. It is a very nice village surrounded by many bamboos.
• What is your favorite traditional village in your country?
My favourite traditional village is Vũ Đại village where a famous story was written
by Nam Cao.
- What can be done to maintain the traditional village?
I think a traditional village should not be a place for tourists. There should be many
cultural activities held to honor the local cultures.
64. Talk about fast food restaurant
- Have you ever been to a fast food restaurant?
Actually, I’ve been to fast food restaurants several times when my children would
like to eat Kentucky fried chicken.
- What is your favourite fast food?

My favourite fast food is fried chicken because it has special taste that I can never
cook as well as it is.
- Is it healthy to eat fast food?
Fast food is not healthy because it has a lot of fat, cholesterol.
65. Talk about your favorite pair of shoes
- How often do you wear your shoes?
I work in an office, so I wear shoes everyday.
- Would you prefer to wear shoes or sandals?
I’d prefer to wear shoes because they suit my outfit and I look more professional
when wearing shoes.
- What makes it your favorite pair of shoes?
My favourite pair of shoes must be soft, light, comfortable, and durable.
66. Talk about game shows
- What game shows on T.V do you often watch?
I like watching game shows “Lightening quiz’’on T.V because it is entertaining and
educational.
- Would you prefer to watch it alone or with someone else?

I’d prefer to watch T.V with my family or friends because it is more interesting if I
have someone to share my opinions and feelings while watching.
- What are the benefits of watching game shows?
Game shows are entertaining and educational to T.V viewers. People watch them
not only for fun, but also for leaning.
67. Talk about going sightseeing
- Which places in your area are popular to visitors?
I live in HCM city, and HCM city is famous for many places of interest as Ben
Thanh market, Nha rong quay, Cu chi tunnel.
- Can you describe one of those places?
Ben Thanh market is very popular to foreign visitors because there is a variety of
local specialties and souvenirs for visitors.
- What are the benefits of going sightseeing?
Going sightseeing is a good chance for people to widen their horizon in every aspect
of life such as people, languages, cultures and landscape.
68. Talk about video
- What is your favourite video?
My favourite video is my parent’s wedding’s video. It was the greatest moment in
parents’ life. I consider it a precious treasure.
- How do you often watch video? Why?
We often watch it when my parents celebrate their wedding anniversary.
- Why do you like that video?
I like watching it because it reminds me of the romantic, sincere, true love that my
parents have.
69.Talk about flower
- What is your favourite flower?
My favourite flower is Apricot. It is blooming in Spring.
- How often do you buy it or on what occasion?
We often buy it or display it in our house on Tet holidays.
- Is this flower popular in your country? Can we plant it?
 It is very popular in my country, and it symbolizes for the flower of the South of
Vietnam. We can plant it easily in the garden or in a big pot.
70. Talk about communication with others
- What is your favorite way of communication with others?
My favorite way of communication is face to face because facial expression is very
important in showing your emotion.
- Do you prefer sending text message or talking on the phone to your friends? Why?
I prefer sending a text message because I don’t want to bother the listeners while
they are in class or in a meeting or when they are asleep.
- What are the benefits of face to face communication?
I think face to face communication gives us the real feelings, emotion, and it helps
us understand the other better.
71. Talk about relationship with your parents
• Who are you closer to? Your mother or father? Why?
In my family, I am closer to my mother because she is an understanding mom. She
always gives me immediate support.

• What do you like to do when you are together?

My mom and I often spend weekend cooking together. I love to help her cook. She
is a creative cook, so I can learn many of her new dishes.

• Do you want to live with your parents when you get married?
I want to live with my parents when I get married. They are old, and weak, so I need
to be with them to take care of them better.
72. Talk about online shopping
• Do you often shop online?
I often shop online when there is a big sale. I find shopping online is interesting
because I sometimes have a real bargain.
• What kinds of products are often sold online?
Nowadays people can buy everything online. You can find anything you need such
as cosmetics, house hold products, foods, drinks and so on… on Shopee, Lazada, or
Tiki

• What are the benefits of online shopping?

Shopping online has become more popular because it is time- saving and energy-
saving. we just order our necessities with just a click, and it will be delivered to your
door.