SPEAKING TASK 1 FOR IELTS

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Topic 1: Study( School) Topic 18: Weather

Topic 2: Work Topic 19: Movie stars

Topic 3: Major Topic 20: Tea & Coffee

Topic 4: Home( The area you

live in)

Topic 21: Pet

Topic 5: Hometown Topic 22: E-mail

Topic 6: Smile Topic 23: Sleep

Topic 7: Outdoor Topic 24: Crowded place

Topic 8: Math Topic 25: Patience

Topic 9: Reading Topic 26: Public holiday

Topic 10: Borrowing/lending Topic 27: Taking photos

Topic 11: Perfume Topic 28: Share things

Topic 12: Social network Topic 29: Handwriting

Topic 13: Visit relatives Topic 30: Watch sky

Topic 14: Street market Topic 31: Transportation

Topic 15:Plan/Time management Topic 32: Music/Instrument

Topic 16: Garbage Topic 33: City

Topic 17: Travel Topic 34: Sports

Topic 1 Study1 school）

1 Do you work or study?

I’m currently a senior student at Hunan University, and I’m studying computer science at the moment

2 Which university did you go?

The university I attended is called XXX University, which is a top-level university in Viet Nam I’m really proud to be a student there and honestly, I was so close to being rejected2 because I thought my grade for the University Entrance Exam was subpar3 compared to the enrollment requirement of the previous year

3 Why did you choose your school / university?

Well, when I was a high school student, I heard my university has a really good undergraduate program for Computer Science4, which is really what I’m passionate about and love to study Besides,

my parents also rooted for5 me to go there as they believe four years of study there would be a big help for my future career

4 Do you like your school?

Yes, I do like my school I mean, even though I’m often swamped with all the assignments and exams6,

I often have a blast7 studying there The teachers are all nice and cool None of them have ever given

me a hard time And most importantly, I have some really awesome friends at school who I hang out with all the time

1 Study:

2 so close to being rejected

3 subpar: ['sʌb'pɑː]

4 Computer Science

5 rooted for somebody：

6 often swamped with all the assignments and exams

7 have a blast： …

to be honest, but I get distracted pretty easily

6 Which part of your school do you like?

I really like meeting new people The classes at school are fun because I’m learning new things, but it’s great to be able to make friends with the other students Some of my closest friends are people I met in class; we just happened to hit it off9 and now we’re as close as peas in a pod 10

7 How do you improve your study efficiency?

When it comes to studying efficiently, I try to make sure there aren’t any major distractions around

me For example, I turn off my phone and I avoid listening to music It helps me focus on my study

so that I stay on track11 and avoid wasting all my time

8 Which part of your study do you like the most?

I like writing the most Even if it’s just writing essays, I think it’s really fun to express my thoughts through the written word12 I’ve always enjoyed those kinds of classes the most I think it ’s good practice for the real world, where you have to be able to express yourself clearly

9 Which part do you hope your school to change? /Which part of your school needs an improvement?

Well, off the top of my head, the most urgent part of my school that needs to be improved is the gym

in our campus I mean, the whole place should be flipped13 because everything in the gym is literally worn out14 The basketball court doesn't even have a hoop It’s ridiculous, isn’t it? I really hope our school can do something about it

8 keep me on my toes：

9 hit it off：

10 as close as peas in a p

11 stay on track

12 express my thoughts through the written word：

13 the whole place should be flipped

14 worn out:

Topic 2 Work15

1 Do you work or study?

I’m currently working fulltime as a programmer at VNG; I’ve been working there for 5 years

2 Do you like your job?

Yes, I am really happy with what I do Most of the time, it’s very rewarding to be able to help people every day Besides, it’s a really good company to work for The pay is good and they even hand out bonuses16 twice a year!

3 What do you do to improve your productivity?

Whenever I feel like I’ve lost focus on work and started slacking17, I take a 5-minute break and make

a cup of instant coffee It sounds simple but it works like a charm for me18 After I’ve had some coffee,

I feel pumped up19 and have more energy

4 How long do your work every week?

Well, I usually work 40 hours a week because I have a typical 9-to-5 job But during a busy business season, I’ll t ypically20 be asked to work overtime like 10 more hours a week But the rate of pay for overtime work21 in my company is one and a half times higher than the regular wage I don't mind working overtime so long as I get paid more

Well… As far as I’m concerned , I really wish my company wasn’t so strict about the dress

code22 It really bugs me23 to have to wear a uniform day in and day out24 Plus, I have to be really careful keeping the uniform clean otherwise I might get fined25 at my workplace It would be great if

we could have a casual Friday26

6 What do you learn from work?

Well…The most valuable lesson I learned from work is how to collaborate with27 my coworkers It’s not something that I really understood back in school But in a real job, a ton of tasks need good teamwork and can’t be done on your own For instance, when I coordinated a marketing event with

my colleagues, it was of the essence to28 make sure everyone was on the same page29, or else we might’ve messed up 30 the whole thing

7 Do you enjoy working in different cities? (5-8 )

Yes, I do Honestly, I don’t like sett li ng in one place 31, so being able to move around keeps things interesting Working in different cities exposes you to all kinds of cultures, which I think is really beneficial It’s good to expand your horizons and see lots of different sights

22 dress code：

23 It really bugs me：

24 day in and day out

25 get fined：

26 have a casual Friday

27 collaborate with：

28 it was of the essence to：

29 everyone was on the same page

30 messed up：

31 settling in one place:

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8 Is this job a good opportunity? / Is it good for your future development?

Yes, it’s a wonderful job Even though I’m sw amped with 32 the tasks at work sometimes and have

to work overtime33, overall, I believe it’s a good career for me I’m very passi onate about 34 my job and I really know what to do Plus, doing this job right now will definitely help me build my resume35 later, since it requires excellent workmanship

9 Do you want to change your job?

No, I don't want to hop my job36 right now It’s mainly because the pay is not bad I mean, it’s not way higher than others but I’m pretty comfortable with it Plus, it’s not easy to find a proper job in today’s job market, is it? Sometimes, i t’s bett er to appreci ate what you h ave now 37

10 Are nine-to-five jobs good?

I suppose nine-to-five jobs are pretty good! Even though they can feel pretty repetitive after awhile,

I think it’s important to have a stable job38 that pays you well After all, money doesn ’t grow on trees Plus, you have the weekends free, which gives you a chance to kick back and relax

32 I’m swamped with

33 work overtime：

34 passionate about：

35 build my resume：

36 hop my job：

37 it ’s better to appreciate what you have now

38 have a stable job

Topic 3 Major39

1 What is your major?

I’m studying computer science at Hunan University It’s an undergraduate major, and it usually takes four years to gain the degree I feel happy being enrolled in this program, because coding is one thing I’m passionate about Plus, I think I have a knack for40 it since my math is good

2 Do you like your major?

Yes, I do like my major But you know… there will always be parts you like and parts you don’t like For example, the field training is very interesting, but the theoretical courses are about as fun as watching paint dry because some abstract concepts are quite difficult to understand

3 What is your plan after finishing your school? (5-8)

It’s hard to say right now41 Everything feels like it’s up in the air42 But after I graduate from school, I’d like to have a job that’s somehow related to my major You know, it’s cool to apply what you’ve learned at college in the real world I’m not sure what kind of job I want to have, but I’m sure I’ll figure it out soon

4 Do you like the courses of your major?

Yes, I do like most courses in my curriculum, especially the ones related to programming Taking one

of my favorites, the Java Programming, as an example, the knowledge I learned in the lectures is not only theoretical but also very practical in real life

39 Major:

40 have a knack for：

41 It ’s hard to say right now

42 it ’s up in the air：

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5 Why did you choose to study that (major)?

Well, as for the reasons why I decided to study computer science, I think the main one is that I have lots of passion in that field I never feel bored and I always enjoy studying and researching things about it, and I’ve noticed that since I was still in high school So, I told myself that if I went to a college, I would take computer science as my major

6 Will you continue doing what you’re studying in the future?

Yes, I will It’s mainly because I have a lot of passion for computer science and Web developing I don't think I will be bored if I make a living off of it Plus, the income level of specialists in this field

is also higher than average, so I can have a comfortable life by working as a programmer

Topic 4 Home43（The area you live in）

1 Do you live in a house or an apartment?

I’m currently living in an apartment near my university campus and sharing it with my best friend at college I really enjoy living there since the location is pretty convenient for me But of course, owning a house is also a dream of mine (I hope to have my own backyard where I can relax.)

2 Where are you living now? / Why do you live there? / Do you like your living place?

I’m living in an apartment in downtown Ho Chi Minh city I have two roommates sharing the same apartment with me It’s a nice place to live since the rent is dirt cheap44 for a young guy like me Plus, my workplace is literally a stone’s throw away from 45 there, which is the main reason why I’ve been living there for a long time I really hit the jackpot46 finding this place

3 How is the area surrounding your home like? / Are there any good facilities nearby you home?

My living place is in the city’s downtown area Well, there are several tasty restaurants around my apartment, which is great for a foodie47 like me And we also have a giant grocery store across the street and a small park nearby So I have to say it’s a pretty liveable48 place

43 Home:

44 dirt cheap:

45 a stone’s throw away from：

46 hit the jackpot：

47 foodie：

48 liveable

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4 What are the changes of surroundings around your living place?

Well…When it comes to the changes to my neighborhood over the past few years, I think there ’ve been more high-rise buildings built nearby so the area is denser49 than before Besides, my favorite improvement of this area is the building of an outdoor gym where I work out50 on a regular basis

5 What changes do you think your neighborhood/living area need?

Um…my neighborhood is pretty close to perfect, but it would be better if there was a subway station within walking distance of my home Now the closest subway station is about 3 kilometers away, which isn’t exactly a hop, skip, and a jump away I heard the city has a plan of extending a subway line to the street next to my home in the next few years I hope it’s true

6 Do you have friends living nearby? /What do people living nearby do? Do you know some of them?

Yes, I do Actually, I have a coworker, also a close friend of mine, living in the same apartment building as me It’s a high rise apartment51 so I guess there are a couple hundred people living in it Honestly, even though I’ve been living there a while, I’ve only gotten to know the neighbor girl living across the hallway She is a teacher at a primary school nearby

7 What are your roommates like?

Well, currently, I have two roommates sharing the same apartment with me They are pretty cool And I’d say I’m glad to live with them since all three of us love playing video games, so we have a lot to talk about and do together It’s really a blast for us having a game night together every Saturday

49 denser：

50 work out:

51 a high rise apartment:

8 How long have you lived there?

I’ ve been living there for over three years and I love it Even though I have to share a room with threeroommates, luckily they’re all as y-going52 and nice, so we get along really well with each other

9 Will you move home in the near future?

Well, I really have no idea if I will be moving anytime soon But I hope not I’ve been living in an apartment for several years It’s a comfortable place to live and the rent is also very affordable But sometimes it’s not up to me 53, I might need to work at a distant place54 later Who knows, right?

10 What is your favorite room?

My favorite room in my home is definitely my bedroom I think it’s where I spend most of my time

It has all my favorite stuff in it, like my books, and I got to decorate it myself That really makes me feel at home – literally55! It’s important to have somewhere you can blow off steam56 and just relax

11 How do you think your room could be improved?

It might be great to have a large bookshelf You know, I’m a bookworm 57, but I have no bookcase now…so if you go into my bedroom, you can see it’s pretty messy and tons of books are on the floor

So having a new bookshelf may help me keep the room from being a total disaster zone58

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1 Where are you from? / Which city are you living in?

I live in my hometown Tan An, which is a city in Long An province I really love it because there're tons of amazing attractions in the inner-city60, and people living in Tan An are very warm and friendly

2 Do you like your hometown? / Which part of your hometown attracts you the most? / Where

is the most impressive place in your hometown?

Yes, I do I’m from Cao Bang, which is a city in the northeast of Viet Nam It’s famous for the Ice

& Snow Festival there, which is a really cool annual event in my hometown Tons of visitors come to mycity to see it every year I love being a tour guide and showing my friends from other cities this tourist attraction

3 How long have you lived in your hometown?

I’ve been living in my hometown since I was born I’ve never thought about leaving my hometown because my entire social circle61 is there and the cost of living is pretty low However, I also want to work in a different city for a few years to broaden my horizons62

4 How long are you going to stay there?

I have no idea It really depends on63 where I can work I’ll stick around 64 if I can find a decent job after graduation Otherwise, I won't be able to stay there and I’ll have to go back to my hometown, since living in Jinan practically costs an arm and a leg65

5 Is your hometown suitable for children to grow up?

Well, I think everything is good66except the air pollution There are tons of parks and museums in my hometown, so children can do tons of interesting and educational activities But the air quality…you know, I often see the buildings outside my window looming in the smog67 …It really threatens children’s health

6 Is there anything that you dislike about your hometown?

Yes, I suppose so One thing I’m not satisfied about with my hometown is the traffic there Lots

of drivers don’t follow the traffic rules and often have road rage68, so road accidents in my hometown are common and often fatal

66 ：all aspects of my hometown are good

67 looming in the smog

68 road rage：

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Topic 6 Smile

1 Do you often smile?

It’s funny to think about it, but I actually do smile pretty often I’m a pretty upbeat69 person I like looking on the bright side of things So that means I usually have a smile on my face, especially when I’m talking to friends and family It’s always best to wear a smile

2 Do you smile when people take pictures of you?

Yes, I definitely smile if I’m getting my picture taken It’s always good to look happy in a photo It makes you look better, to be honest Plus, nobody wants to look back at old photos and see someone who looks miserable70 So I make a point of 71 smiling for pictures

3 When do people give fake smiles?

I think people give fake smiles when they’re getting their pictures taken You know, if they’re having

a good time, the smile might be real But a lot of times72, you have to smile if someone takes a picture just because it’s polite You might just be posing for a photo73 and not smiling for real

4 Can you recognize a fake smile?

Well, sometimes it’s hard to tell 74 My sister is really good at fake-smiling If you didn’t know her well, you would think it was real But sometimes you can tell if people aren’t smiling for real Fake smiles are usually too big to be natural They look really stiff75 and awkward76

5 When do people smile to others?

I guess people smile at others when they’re happy to see them For example, if you have a good friend that you haven’t met up with in a while, you would probably smile when you finally see them People also smile when they greet other people, whether they’re close or not

6 When was the last time that you saw many people smile?

Um… the last time I saw lots of people smile was in a movie theatre We were all watching the newest Marvel movie77 There was a really funny scene78, and when I looked around, everyone was smiling and laughing Personally, I busted a gut laughing79 It was nice that we could all enjoy the movie together

77 Marvel movie：

78 scene:

79 busted a gut laughing

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Topic 7 Outdoor

1 Where did you play when you were a child?

When I was younger, I liked playing outdoors There was a forest practically within spitting distance

of80 my neighborhood that I would explore with a couple friends It wasn’t very big, so it was safe for us to check out on our own I loved being in nature; it really set me at ease81

2 Did you prefer outdoor play or indoor play when you were young?

I definitely preferred outdoor play As a kid, I couldn’t get enough of 82 the outdoors It was so great to breathe in fresh air and run around outside I would always get really fidgety83 if I had to stay inside I loved being surrounded by nature It just made me feel at ease

3 Do you prefer to be indoors or outdoors?

I think I prefer being indoors As a kid, it was the total opposite84 But nowadays, I like being inside better The weather can be really unpredictable when you’re outside For example, I was working on

an important project outside But then it started raining It was totally a bummer85 because I lost all

my work

4 Is it important for children to play outdoors?

Yes, it’s pretty important for kids to play outside If they just stay indoors all the time, they might spend too much time on their cellphones and video games You know, a lot of kids nowadays are glued to86 their screens They barely get any fresh air But when kids go outside, they’re usually more active and they can get more exercise Games that involve running and jumping can definitely benefit them physically

5 Did you often go over to your friends’ houses when you wereyoung?

Yeah, I definitely went over to my friends’ houses a lot when I was little I lived practically within spitting distance of my best friend in particular, so she and I killed lots of time together We played a lot of video games in her bedroom We had a total blast with each other

80 practically within spitting distance of：

Topic 8 Math

1 When did you begin to learn mathematics?

It’s been ages since I first started learning math But if memory serves correctly, it was probably when

I started primary school Of course, it was just simple math back then87 You know, it was mostly easy stuff like addition and subtraction88 Things got way harder89 as I got older

2 Do you like mathematics?

Honestly, I don’t really like math I know lots of people enjoy how simple it is After all, there’s only one right answer You can’t argue your way into a solution But that’s actually why math isn’t my cup of tea90 Other subjects require your imagination, like art or literature So I definitely like those better

3 Do you think it’s difficult to learn mathematics well?

No, I don’t think it’s too difficult I’m good at numbers and I often got good marks on math exams when I was in high school But then again91, everybody has different learning styles Some people might have a hard time with that It can be a real challenge to think logically But that’s a big part of92

learning math

4 Do you think mathematics is important in our life?

Well, I hate to admit it because it’s not my cup of tea But I do think math is really important Without math, we couldn’t keep track of93 things in our lives, especially money It would be super hard to buy and sell things, since that involves adding and subtracting94

5 Do you often use a calculator?

Well, I don’t use a calculator that often In my everyday life, I don’t do a lot of math But whenever I

do, I use a calculator Even though it’s basic math, like adding up95 how much I spent in a month, I like being able to double-check if I did the problem right

87 back then:

88 addition and subtraction

89 way harder

90 isn’t my cup of tea:

91 But then again

92 that ’s a big part of

93 keep track of：

94 adding and subtracting：

95 adding up：

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Topic 9 Reading

1 Do you like reading?

Yes, I love reading! It can always set my mind at ease If I’m feeling stressed out, I just pick up a good book and get lost in the story96 I think that more people should read; it can really help you blow off steam97 There’s nothing more calming to me98

2 What kind of books do you read?

I like reading historical fiction99 It might sound boring, but the past is really fascinating So reading stories about it is definitely my cup of tea It’s very cool to see how different authors can tell the same part of history in different ways Plus, it’s very educational, but fun as well

3 Do you read electronic books?

Well, I only read electronic books from time to time100 I don’t really mak e a habit of 101 it, because

I like paper books way more I just like holding something physical102 in my hands But e-books are very convenient, especially if you’re going on vacation It’s such a pain to have to carry physical books around

4 What kind of books do you like to read, an E-book or a real book?

I definitely like reading real books more It’s nice to be able to turn the pages and hold something physical in your hands E-books are nice for travelling, since physical books can be a pain to lug around103, but I definitely like physical books more There’s something irreplace able 104 about paper copies105

5 Do you think reading is for fun or for work?

Well, I believe that reading should just be for fun You don’t have to read a book because you think it’ll teach you something You just read books to be entertained It shouldn’t feel like a chore106; you should be able to blow off steam by reading a book So I don’t think it should be work at all

96 get lost in the story：

97 blow off steam：

98 nothing more calming to me

Topic 10 Borrowing/lending

1 Have you borrowed books from others?

Yeah, I’ve actually borrowed a lot of books from my friends It’s definitely cheaper than buying the latest book I want to read Plus, since I’m such a book-lover, it helps me bond with my friends by seeing what they like to read You just have to make sure you return the book in good shape107

2 Have you ever borrowed money from others?

I don’t want to make a habit of it, but I’ve borrowed money from others in the past For instance, last year I accidentally ruined my laptop108 by spilling coffee on it I had to borrow money from my friends

to pay for a new one It was a total bummer

3 Would you like to lend your phone to others?

Well, it depends on the situation If they need to borrow it to make a phone call, I can totally do that for them But I wouldn’t want to let them borrow it for a long time I’m pretty attached to109 my phone

I use it all the time, so I would want to keep it to myself

4 Would you like to lend things to others? What would you like to lend to others?

I think it’s good to be generous with your things110 Everyone likes a helping hand So yeah, I’d like

to lend things to others if I have the chance I’m fine with letting people borrow my books or even my clothes if they want It’s nice to share your stuff with others

5 Is there anything that you will not lend to others?

I definitely wouldn’t lend anything really expensive to others For example, I wouldn’t lend them my laptop or my phone, since they cost me an arm and a leg111 I wouldn’t want to lend hygiene products112 like my toothbrush either That would really gross me out113 It’s best to keep that stuff to yourself

107 return the book in good shape:

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Topic 11 Perfume

1 Do you use perfume?

I actually don’t use perfume very often If it’s a special occasion, I might borrow some of my friend’s It’s part of dressing up and being fancy But in general, I don’t wear it I just don’t think it’s really necessary As long as you don’t stink 114, you don’t have to wear stuff like that

2 What kind of perfume do you like?

I like perfume that smells like citrus115 You know, if it smells like lemons or oranges, it makes you feel like you’re standing outside in a beautiful orchard 116 Those scents are really light117; they aren’t too strong, so they probably won’t bug people as much118 Some people can be very sensitive to smells

3 Do you give perfume as a gift to others?

To be honest, giving perfume as a gift isn’t that common with people I know We tend to enjoy givingclothes or books instead But if I had to give a gift to a person I’m dating It seems like a romantic gift for couples I might consider perfume

4 How much money would you like to spend on perfumes?

I’m pretty tight with my budget119, so I wouldn’t want to spend a ton of money on perfume If it was

a really nice scent by a famous designer, I guess I’d be willing to spend a bit extra 120 But in general,

I don’t want perfume to cost me an arm and a l eg

5 What does perfume mean to you?

To me, perfume is a way of telling the world that you mean business121 You know, it sets you apart122

and shows everyone that you put an effort into your appearance123 I think it makes you seem very sophisticated124 Plus, it helps you put your best foot forward125 Someone wearing perfume usually has good taste126

114 As long as you don’t stink：

115 citrus：

116 orchard

117 light：

118 won’t bug people as much

119 pretty tight with my budget

120 spend a bit extra：

121 mean business：

122 sets you apart：

123 put an effort into your appearance

124 sophisticated：

125 put your best foot forward

126 has good taste

Topic 12 Social network

1 How often do you use social networking applications (like Weibo, Twitter or Facebook)?

Well, I spend more time on social media than I’d like to admit It’s not the best use of my time, but I can127 waste hours just scrolling on my phone I probably look at WeChat moments the most I just like keeping up with my friends128 and seeing what’s going on in their lives

2 Why do you use social networking apps?

I mostly use them to stay up to date with129 what’s going on in my friends’ lives You know, nowadays, everyone posts about130 what they’re doing online So if there’s an important event in someone’s life, like a wedding, you can see pictures of it on their social media It’s a cool way to keep in touch

3 What are the disadvantages of social networking apps?

Well, sometimes social networking apps may lead to privacy leaks131 For example, almost all the social networking apps have your personal information, like your birthday and email address Plus, tons of people post updates about their lives132 online, which allows strangers to know some private information of yours That might be an easy way for bad people to scam133 you

4 Do you think you will use more of those social networking apps?

I use a lot of them already, but honestly I’m pretty hooked on134 using social media So I think that I’d be open to 135 using more of them I just like staying connected with people And since practically everyone uses social media nowadays, it wouldn’t be the worst thing to use them a bit more

127

128 keeping up with my friends

129 stay up to date with

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5 Do you think it is an easy way to make friends through social media?

I don’t think it’s that easy For one, there’s a lot of false information on the internet and it’s hard to know if someone’s profile136 on a social network is real or not Plus, even though you can learn about their interests a lot quicker just by looking at what they post, I think it’s easier to get to know someone137 when you see them in person

136 profile

137 get to know someone：

Topic 13 Visit relatives

1 How often do you visit your relatives?

I don’t visit them as often as I’d like to But my grandma lives very close to me She’s

practically a hop, skip, and a jump away138 So basically I check in with her139 about once a week She always cooks something special for me Getting to visit her is such a treat

2 What do you do when visiting relatives?

I usually just have a nice chat with them I’m often caught up with work, so I don’t have that much time to hang out But I love getting to sit down and talk It’s such a treat to just hear about what’s going on with them I also like sharing what’s happening in my life and getting some advice

3 When was the last time you visited a relative?

It’s been too long I think the last time I visited a relative was a month ago I’ve been so busy with finishing up140 school You know, I’ve had to study for so many exams But before things got crazy141,

I visited my grandma and had a nice chat with her It was a great way to blow off steam142

4 Do you prefer visiting your friends or your relatives?

Don’t get me wrong143, I love my family But I think I prefer visiting my friends We just have way more in common It’s a lot easier to strike up a conversation with them And I feel like I can just cut loose144 and be myself around them It’s just a lot more natural

5 Why do people visit their relatives?

I suppose that people visit their relatives as a way to stay close to their family You know, nowadays it’s easy to neglect relationships with your family There’s lots of other stuff that seems more important, like work or school But when you visit with your relatives, you help strengthen your bonds with145 them

138 a hop, skip, and a jump away

139 check in with her：

140 finishing up

141 before things got crazy

142 blow off steam：

143 Don’t get me wrong：

144 cut loose

145 strengthen your bonds with：

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Topic 14 Street market

1 What do street markets often sell?

I think that street markets often sell cheaper products It doesn’t automatically mean146 they’re lower- quality though For example, you can get fresh fruits and vegetables on the cheap147 But there are also knockoffs of designer brands148 when it comes to stuff like purses and wallets

2 Are there many street markets in Viet Nam?

Yes, there are tons of street markets in Viet Nam Actually almost every Vietnamese city has at least one street market Lots of them are even famous attractions for tourists Taking my hometown as an example, it has several massive149 street markets where you can find thousands of different snacks and items

3 What are the differences between street markets and supermarkets?

Well, supermarkets have a wider variety of 150 products, but street markets are a bit limited in comparison, although they have cheaper stuff This is because most street vendors151 have to be more selective about what they sell In contrast, supermarkets belong to big companies, so they can afford

to have tons of different items

4 Do you prefer going to a street market or a shopping mall?

I like going to shopping malls better Street markets are really cool and have a unique atmosphere152, but I usually trust whatever I get from shopping malls more They’re just more likely to be checked for quality Even if things cost me extra153 at a mall, I think it’s worth it

146 doesn’t automatically mean：

5 Why do some people prefer street markets to supermarkets?

I guess some people prefer street markets to supermarkets because there are more unique products in street markets For example, you might find stuff that’s handmade or vintage154 in a street market Plus, there’s just a cool atmosphere with street markets There are usually lots of interesting things to look at In contrast, supermarkets are kind of boring

6 Would you like to visit street markets when you go to a foreign country? What would you like to buy?

Yeah, I’d love to visit street markets if I go to a foreign country It’s a really good way of exploring another culture155 Plus, there are so many interesting things to see and buy in a street market You can find lots of souvenirs to take home and keep as memories of the trip156

154 vintage：

155 exploring another culture:

156 keep as memories of the trip：

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Topic 15 Plan/Time management

1 Do you make plans every day?

I don’t make plans every single day157, but I do most of the time I like having things organized and planned out It makes everything a lot less stressful I don’t really play it by ear 158 when it comes to my daily schedule It’s better to have everything in order

2 Are you an organized person?

Yeah, I think I’m a fairly159 organized person I keep track of160 all the tasks I have to do, and I always put my appointments on my calendar in advance161 It might sound like a chore162, but it honestly makes life a breeze163 when you stay on top of things164 It’s a lot less stressful that way

3 Are you good at managing your time?

I think I’m pretty good at managing my time I can definitely get distracted from time to time That means I waste a lot of time doing unproductive things But for the most part165, I know how to spend

my time well It makes things easier when you have that skill It comes in handy in the long run166

4 What is the hardest part of making a plan/managing your time?

Well, the hardest part is actually sticking to167 your plan Whether it’s an actual plan or just something you want to do with your time, it can be hard to follow through sometimes For example, something fun might come up when you already have plans to do something else It’s hard to stay on task168 all the time

157 every single day：

158 play it by ear：

159 fairly：

160 keep track of

161 in advance

162 sound like a chore：

163 makes life a breeze：

164 stay on top of things

165 for the most part

166 comes in handy in the long run：

167 sticking to：

168 stay on task

5 What is the latest plan you made?

I just made plans to see a movie with my mom It’s our way of 169 celebrating Mother’s Day170 You know, it’s really important to spend quality time with your parents So I think this will be a great way for us to bond We can see the movie and even go for dinner after It’ll be a blast

169 It ’s our way of

170 Mother’s Day：

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Topic 16 Garbage

1 Why do some people throw garbage on the street?

Honestly, I think it’s just sheer laziness171 They don’t feel like looking around for a trash can But sometimes, even when there’s one right in front of them, they don’t use it Some people don’t give two cents about the environment172 or being respectful of their surroundings They think they can just make a mess173 wherever they go

2 How do you feel when you see people throw garbage on the street? Do you stop them?

I feel really annoyed when I see people throw garbage on the street For one, it’s gross174; people have

to deal with your garbage if you leave it in public So it’s also super disrespectful to the environment and people around you I would definitely speak up175 if I saw it happen in front of me

3 What do you do with garbage when you see it on the street? Do you pick up the garbage?

Whenever I see garbage on the street, I do my best to make sure it goes in the proper place For instance, if there’s a garbage can nearby, I’ll pick up the trash and put it in It’s a real pity that in this day and age, people still litter176 It’s totally irresponsible and rude to others

4 Do you recycle paper and plastic?

Yes, I do! I do my best to make sure all the paper and plastic I use gets recycled You know, everybody has to do their part to177 help protect the environment Generally speaking, recycling is really easy to

do It doesn’t take much effort, and it works wonders for your conscience 178 too

171 just sheer laziness

172 give two cents about the environment：

5 What do you do to protect your city’s environment? Have you participated in any activities related to environmental protection?

I try to be as helpful as I can when it comes to protecting my city’s environment I always recycle and

I make sure to use public transportation whenever I can I’ve also participated in some fundraisers179

that raise money for the environment I think it’s important for everyone to do their share180

179 fundraisers：

180 do their share：

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Topic 17 Travel

1 Do you like traveling?

Yes, I’m crazy about traveling I think it’s so fun, no matter where you go It’s all part of expanding your horizons and learning more about the world It’s also a blast when you travel with friends I love being able to see and try new things, whether it’s food or a new activity

2 What is the best place you have ever visited?

Well, New York City definitely left the deepest impression on me It’s basically the heart of culture there Going to see different musicals and seeing all the local art was very cool The buildings are amazing too, especially the famous Empire State Building181

3 What are the difficulties during a trip?

Well, the first one I can think of is navigating182 When you’re in a new place, it can be hard to get your bearings183 Every place has different public transportation, and figuring out how it works can

be very frustrating Plus, language barriers in foreign countries can make getting around confusing184

4 Do you like jobs that let you travel?

Yes, for sure My dream job would be working as a travel writer I would get to go all around the world and constantly185 see new places It would definitely keep things interesting After all, I don’t like being stuck in one place186 It’s much cooler to move from place to place

5 What kind of cities do you like to travel to?

I like travelling to really busy cities, like New York City or Tokyo Even though they’re jam-packed with people187, I love seeing the famous tourist destinations there Those kinds of places are usually cultural hubs188, so you’re bound to 189 expand your horizons if you visit

181 Empire State Building:

182 navigating：

183 get your bearings:

184 make getting around confusing：

Topic 18 Weather

1 What’s the weather in your city like? Does it often change?

The weather in my city is pretty stable190 It follows the four seasons, so it’s not permanently dry or rainy191 or anything like that If it was always snowing or always raining, I’d get prett y sick of it

192 So I’d say the weather in my city is pretty normal But honestly, I don’t t hink about it that much 193

2 Would you move to another city because of weather?

Well, I actually love the rain So I think it would be fun to move to a city where it’s always rainy I’ve heard that some places in England are like that So if I had the chance, I would definitely move there

It would be lovely to always have that kind of weather

3 Do you prefer sunny days or rainy days?

I definitely prefer rainy days Sunny days are nice because they get you to go outside But for me, nothing beats194 rainy days You can just sit inside, read a good book, and be cozy195 all day They’re

so nice for relaxing Rain just sets my mind at ease and makes me feel calm

4 Which one is better for study or work, sunny days or rainy days?

I think that rainy days are probably better for study or work After all, if it’s bright and sunny outside, you’ll be grump y196 because you have to do work instead of going outside to enjoy the weather But if it’s rainy, you’ll feel happy and cozy to be inside doing productive things

5 Does a rainy day affect your mood?

It might sound a bit bizarre, but197 a rainy day can actually improve my mood! I just love the rain so much It makes me feel happy and calm So if I’m having a bad day and it starts to rain, I just feel more cheerful and I can get rid of my bad mood

190 stable

191 permanently dry or rainy

192 get pretty sick of it：

193 I don’t think about it that much