TOPIC 1.

The man-made environment

Part 1. Describe an ideal house or apartment you would like to live in the future. You should say:
· what it would look like
· where it would be
· when you want to live there and explain why it is ideal to you.
My ideal house will be a modern and cozy rural place surrounded by greens or flowers. It will have a large
window allowing sunlight, helping view the beautiful scenery. The spacious living room, unique kitchen to
utilize the relaxing zone for family members. Besides that, a beautiful and vibrant garden for harvesting with
many fruit and vegetables. In addition, a huge yard for gathering family or friends on holidays or just simply
enjoying a cup of coffee while hearing the sound of nature. It will be a peaceful place to create lovely
memories all treasure time with all the besties and family.
Part 1. Describe a house/apartment that someone you know lives in. You should say:
· whose house/apartment this is
· where the house/apartment is
· what it looks like inside and explain what you like or dislike about this person’s house/apartment.
My friend’s name is Quynh, she lives in a luxury apartment in District 2. It’s a modern design with one
bedroom, in a new building with lots of facilities. The apartment is decored with white walls, wooden floors,
and a luxurious chandelier, besides that the living room has a brown sofa and a white fur rug to shows the
modern and elegant. What I especially like about Quynh’s apartment is the dynamic modern style
decoration, creating a unique and attractive atmosphere, many works of art decorate on the walls, and potted
plants create accents for the greenery. However, due to its spaciousness, it will make her feel a bit empty and
lonely, especially when she’s home alone is one drawback of her apartment.
TOPIC 2. Leisure and recreation
Part 1. Describe an occasion when you played an outdoor game with others. You should say:
· what the game was
· who you played it with
· where you played it and explain how you felt about it.
One memorable occasion when I played outdoor games with others was badminton outside Gia Dinh Park.
I play with 3 of my close friends. We played in the evening, and quite a few people went jogging, playing
badminton, etc. The wind was quite windy in the evening, which hindered our playing badminton because
the ball flew wildly. But we still had a lot of fun and laughed a lot.
It was a great way to bond with friends, some of whom I hadn't seen in a while. The game is not just about
playing badminton; it's about creating lasting memories and strengthening friendships.
Part 1. Describe an activity that you like to do with your friends in your free time. You should say:
· what the activity is
· how often you do it with your friends
· where you do it and explain why you like it.
One activity that I especially like to do with friends in my free time is playing games.
We used to play games in our free time like on holidays or after coming home from school. It is an activity
that we look forward to because we can relax after tiring hours of studying and doing homework.
The places where we play games are very diverse such as at home, cafes, internet shops, etc. I like playing
games with friends for many reasons. First, it will bring us together. While playing, we talked about
everything from our personal lives to broader topics, deepening our friendship. Second, when we play
games, we discuss strategies, fighting styles, and champion selection together, helping us improve our
thinking skills and solidarity.
TOPIC 3. The news and media
Part 1. Describe a piece of important news you got through a text message. You should say:
· what the news was
· when you got it
· who you got it from and explain how you felt about it.
The important news I received via text message was that my best friend got married.
In April I received this news early in the evening, around 6 p.m., while I was cooking at home. The message
came from my best friend Vinh.
In his message, he shared the exciting news that he and his girlfriend received their marriage certificate. He
attached a photo of the marriage certificate, expressing his joy and excitement.
Receiving the message, I felt very happy for Vinh. We have been friends since we were kids and I know
how much this moment means to him. I immediately called him to congratulate him and hear all the details
firsthand. This news is especially special because Vinh and I often talk about our dreams and ambitions for
the future and seeing his dream come true makes me extremely satisfied.
Part 1. Describe an impressive story you heard from other people. You should say:
· what this story was about
· when you heard about it
· who told you this story and explain why you were impressed by it.
When I was a child, I always listened to various meaningful my mother's stories before going to bed.
However, there is a story that has left me extremely impressed until now, which is about the star apple tree.
The story was about a boy who loved to play, didn’t listen to his mother, and got angry with her so he ran
away from home. His mother waited forever but did not see him return. She was so awful and no longer that
she passed away. When the boy returned home, his mother had gone, he just only saw a strange tree was
growing in the yard. Inside the fruit, a stream of milk flowed out like mother's milk. The boy realized that
his mother had gone and regretfully cried. This story deeply touched me about the sacred love of
motherhood and remind me not to scare when show love with the parents, appreciate for all the thing they
have done for me.
TOPIC4. Travel and transport
Part 1. Describe an experience when you traveled by public transport You should say:
· where you went
· what means of transportation you took
· who you were with and explain how you felt about the trip.
Last year, I went back to my hometown by train with my family.
My hometown is in Quang Binh, so my family bought sleeper tickets on the train and traveled 1 day and 1
night to get to my hometown. Therefore, I was able to watch the train running from crowded urban areas to
vast mountains and forests.
During this trip, during the day I sat by the window, sipping a cup of fragrant coffee while watching the
scenery outside the window. In the evening, I wear headphones to relax with some gentle music. Something
is calming about the rhythmic motion of a train journey, especially compared to the hustle and bustle of an
airport or the stress of driving in traffic.
Tviet
Năm ngoái, tôi cùng gia đình về quê bằng tàu hỏa.
Quê tôi ở Quảng Bình nên gia đình tôi mua vé giường nằm đi tàu và di chuyển 1 ngày 1 đêm để về quê. Nhờ
đó, tôi đã có thể ngắm nhìn đoàn tàu chạy từ đô thị đông đúc đến núi rừng bạt ngàn.
Trong chuyến đi này, ban ngày tôi ngồi bên cửa sổ, vừa nhâm nhi tách cà phê thơm vừa ngắm cảnh vật
ngoài cửa sổ. Buổi tối, tôi đeo tai nghe để thư giãn với vài bản nhạc nhẹ nhàng. Có điều gì đó êm dịu trong
chuyển động nhịp nhàng của chuyến hành trình bằng tàu hỏa, đặc biệt là so với sự hối hả và nhộn nhịp của
sân bay hoặc sự căng thẳng khi lái xe khi tham gia giao thông.
Part 1. Describe a trip that didn’t go as you had planned. You should say:
· where you were traveling to
· who was traveling with you
· what didn’t happen according to plan
· what you did and explain how you felt about the trip.
I recall a trip to Vung Tau that did not go as planned. My friends and I decided to go to Vung Tau beach for
a weekend getaway.
There were four of us traveling together, all excited to go to the beach and lie on the sand to sunbathe. We
meticulously planned our itinerary, plotting out the day's activities and booking our accommodation in
advance.
However, shortly after arriving in Vung Tau, we encountered unexpected heavy rainfall that continued
throughout the weekend. This means we cannot swim in the sea because it is dangerous.
Although we were disappointed that we couldn't swim as expected, we still tried to enjoy the trip. We
enjoyed Banh Khot together, then relaxed at the spa in the hotel. Looking back, although the trip did not go
exactly as planned, it taught us the importance of flexibility and resilience when traveling.
TViet
Tôi nhớ lại chuyến đi Vũng Tàu không như dự định. Tôi và bạn bè quyết định đến bãi biển Vũng Tàu để
nghỉ ngơi cuối tuần.
Có bốn đứa chúng tôi đi du lịch cùng nhau, ai cũng háo hức được ra biển nằm dài trên cát tắm nắng. Chúng
tôi lên kế hoạch tỉ mỉ cho hành trình của mình, lên kế hoạch cho các hoạt động trong ngày và đặt trước chỗ
ở.
Tuy nhiên, ngay sau khi đến Vũng Tàu, chúng tôi gặp phải lượng mưa lớn bất ngờ kéo dài suốt cuối tuần.
Điều này có nghĩa là chúng ta không thể bơi ở biển vì nó nguy hiểm.
Dù rất thất vọng vì không thể bơi được như mong đợi nhưng chúng tôi vẫn cố gắng tận hưởng chuyến đi.
Chúng tôi cùng nhau thưởng thức bánh khọt, sau đó thư giãn tại spa trong khách sạn. Nhìn lại, chuyến đi tuy
không diễn ra đúng như kế hoạch nhưng nó dạy cho chúng tôi tầm quan trọng của sự linh hoạt, kiên cường
khi đi du lịch.
TOPIC 5. Business and work
Part 1. Describe an ideal job you would want to have in the future. You should say:
· what it would be
· where you would do the job
· what skills would be needed for the job and explain why it would be the ideal job for you.
Currently, I am a 3rd year student. I have 1 year left until I graduate, so I have determined that the ideal job I
want to have in the future is human resources manager.
There are many departments in the company such as finance, accounting, human resources, sales, logistics,
marketing, research and development, etc. The human resources department is in charge of recruitment,
training, and retention. talented employees, salaries, bonuses, benefits,...
The necessary skills to work in the human resources department are communication skills, conflict
resolution skills, teamwork skills, etc. For me, this is an ideal job because it fits my interests, abilities, and
knowledge.
Tviet
Hiện tại tôi là sinh viên năm 3 rồi. Tôi còn 1 năm nữa là tốt nghiệp nên tôi đã xác định được công việc lý
tưởng mà tôi muốn có trong tương lai là trưởng phòng nhân sự.
Trong công ty có rất nhiều phòng ban như tài chính, kế toán, nhân sự, bán hành, hậu cần, marketing, nghiên
cứu và phát triển, ... Bộ phận nhân sự phụ trách việc tuyển dụng, đào tạo, giữ chân nhân viên tài năng,
lương, thưởng, phúc lợi,...
Những kỹ năng cần thiết để làm việc ở bộ phận nhân sự là kỹ năng giao tiếp, kỹ năng giải quyết mâu thuẫn,
kỹ năng làm việc nhóm,... Đối với tôi đây là công việc ý tưởng vì nó phù hợp với sở thích, năng lực, và kiến
thức của tôi.
Part 1. Describe a person who is good at his/her job. You should say:
· who this person is
· what his or her job is
· how he or she likes the job and explain why this person is good at the job.
Như, my aunt, is a passionate senior software developer at a top tech firm.
Her expertise lies in designing, developing, and maintaining backend software systems. She approaches her
work with dedication and a keen eye for detail, always striving for excellence.
What truly sets Như apart is her genuine love for her craft; she sees her job as more than just a paycheck.
Như excels in debugging complex code, optimizing algorithms, and collaborating with diverse teams. Her
proficiency in coding languages is remarkable, but it's her problem-solving skills that make her exceptional.
Như tackles challenges methodically, breaking them down and finding elegant solutions, thanks to her
critical thinking and creativity.
TViet
Như, dì của tôi, là một nhà phát triển phần mềm cao cấp đầy đam mê tại một công ty công nghệ hàng đầu.
Chuyên môn của cô là thiết kế, phát triển và bảo trì hệ thống phần mềm phụ trợ. Cô tiếp cận công việc của
mình với sự cống hiến và con mắt tinh tường đến từng chi tiết, luôn phấn đấu để đạt được sự xuất sắc.
Điều thực sự khiến Như khác biệt là tình yêu chân thành của cô dành cho nghề thủ công; cô ấy coi công việc
của mình không chỉ là tiền lương. Như xuất sắc trong việc gỡ lỗi các mã phức tạp, tối ưu hóa thuật toán và
cộng tác với nhiều nhóm khác nhau. Trình độ thông thạo ngôn ngữ mã hóa của cô ấy rất đáng chú ý, nhưng
chính kỹ năng giải quyết vấn đề mới khiến cô ấy trở nên đặc biệt. Như giải quyết các thách thức một cách có
phương pháp, chia nhỏ chúng và tìm ra các giải pháp tinh tế nhờ vào tư duy phản biện và sự sáng tạo của
mình.