IELTS SPEAKING – UNIT 1
TECHNIQUE TO EXPAND YOUR ANSWER IN PART 1
1. GETTING TO KNOW ABOUT PART 1
Giám khảo hỏi các câu hỏi liên quan đến 2-3 chủ đề.
Học sinh cần trả lời thẳng vào câu hỏi
Mở rộng câu trả lời bằng cách đưa ra 1-2 lý do và ví dụ minh họa cho lý do đó nếu có.
Thường trả lời mỗi câu hỏi bằng 3-4 câu.
Không quên sử dụng các từ nối:
S + V, so S + V
S + V because S + V (because = since = as)
Although S + V, S + V
= S + V but S + V
S + V. Hence, S + V (Therefore= That’s why = Hence = Thus)
If S + V, S + will / would V
Firstly = secondly = finally/ last but not least.
Furthermore/ Moreover/ Also, However.
Sử dụng các từ vựng theo chủ đề
Sử dụng các cấu trúc câu phức, và sử dụng đa dạng các thì.
2. INTRODUCING YOUR NAME
What is your name?
My full name is _____________, but you can call me _________ for short
My full name is ____________, but you can call me _______. That’s my English name
My full name is _____________, but I prefer to be called __________
3. SOME TECHNIQUES TO EXPAND YOUR ANSWERS
What strategies we’ve learnt: Kind of questions:
Divide our answers into 2-3 parts Tell me about….(your school)
What things do you like about…(your school)
The one I like best is….. I’m also really into… Are there any things you dislike about…?
What kind of…..you like?
The first thing to mention is______ What kind of food do you like?
Another interesting point is__________/ The Cách 1:
second point is___________ I’m into many kinds of food
On top of that____________/ Finally, _______/ The one I like best is seafood which is yummy and rich
Last but not least,__________ in calcium.
I’m also keen on eating vegetable, because it contains a
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lot of vitamins which is good for my skin
Cách 2:
I’m not keen on any specific kinds of food, but if I had
to choose, I would go for seafood, which is yummy
I’m also keen on eating vegetable, because it contains a
lot of vitamins which is good for my skin
VOCAB:
Be rich in…
Be high in…
Contain a lot of…
Be low in….
Protein /ˈprəʊtiːn/
Calcium /ˈkælsiəm/
Minerals /ˈmɪnərəl/
Vitamins /ˈvɪtəmɪn/ or /ˈvaɪtəmɪn/
Fat
Fiber /ˈfaɪbər/
Tell me about your school?
Introduce the name of your school:
Top-notch facilities:
Teachers: brilliant and supportive turn to them for
advice.
Most of my schoolmates – academic high-flyers Be
inspired to learn harder
Give 2 reasons and one example for your Why….? (Why did you choose your major?)
answer: Do you like…? (Do you like your major?)
Cách 1: S + V, because S+ V. Moreover, S + V. What do you think about…..?
For example, _________
Chú ý: Because = Since = As Why did you choose your major?
Moreover = Furthermore = Besides = Also Why would you like to choose this major?
For example = For instance R1: have a true passion for….
Cách 2: S+ V for several reasons. Firstly, S + V. R2: I wish to become a…. since it offers me lucrative
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Secondly, S + V. For example S +V. income and better employment prospects / it’s a
Các từ nối: Firstly / Secondly meaningful job.
The main/ primary reason is that S + V.
Another reason is that S +V.
Depend-phụ thuộc vào tình huống Habit- câu hỏi về thói quen:
It depends How often do you play sports?
It depends on….. Well it depends
It’s up to… Well, it depends on my __________
Trường hợp 1: Well, it’s up to my ____________
If S + V, S+ will / can + V TH 1:
Trường hợp 2: Too many assignments and deadlines to meet at school
When S+ V, S + V once a week.
TH2:
NOTE: Not up to ears in my studies every day to become
Chia trường hợp theo healthy and supple
- Giới tính Your answer:
- Tính cách
- Độ tuổi
- Công việc
- Trình độ học vấn Câu hỏi chung về mọi người:
- Điều kiện tài chính 1. Does everyone set goals for themselves?
- Thời gian rảnh I don’t think so. It depends on the personalities of each
individual
- Thời tiết…
Some people just want to live in the moment without
establishing long-term goals for themselves. I think this may a
their life progress and career paths.
On the other hand, some people are ambitious and well-
organized. They enjoy setting goals, making plans in advance
and sticking to their plans to achieve the success they desire for.
Compare the past and present WH questions
In the past/ When I was younger/ a child/ a What’s your dream job?
high school student. When I was a high school student, I always wished to
become a doctor, since I thought I would be able to cure
However, now/ as I’m getting older…./ as I’m many patients of their severe illnesses. However, as I’m
a college student getting older, I find my true passion for teaching, so I
However = Nevertheless = Nonetheless expect to become a teacher who can transfer a wealth
of knowledge to students.
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Suggestion:
A singer: become all the rage / a big fan of music
A businesswoman: make a killing
A teacher: transfer a wealth of knowledge to students /
Inspire students to become academic high-flyers.
A doctor: a meaningful job, save people from life-
threatening diseases
A lawyer: a challenging job >< earn a lucrative income
Your answer:
Argumentative point WH questions
Đưa ra 1 quan điểm và giải thích quan điểm đó. What is your dream job?
Rồi đưa ra quan điểm mang tính trái chiều. I always hope to become a doctor, as it’s a meaningful
job. Also, I think I will make a lucrative income if I
However, I suppose it could be argued that…. work as a doctor. However, I’m also aware that it’s a
Nevertheless, I’m quite aware that… challenging and stressful job, since all doctors have to
work under intense pressure.
Do you like eating fast food?
Into eating fast food yummy and convenient. Fast
food stores open in every corner of streets easy to
buy fast food to eat save time for studying and
working
I’m also aware that…..does harm to my health gain
weight / become obese/ suffer from obesity
Obese /əʊˈbiːs/: béo phì
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Obesity /əʊˈbiːsəti/ (n): bệnh béo phì
Your answer:
Một số cách khác nhau diễn tả like / love:
I’m really into Ving / Noun
= I’m keen on____
= I’m fond of______
= I’m interested in________
= I’m a big fan of________
= I’m hooked on ________
= I’m a sucker for ________
= I enjoy ____________
Không thích:
I hate V-ing/ Noun
= I dislike V-ing/ Noun
= I can’t stand V-ing/ Noun
= … is not my cup of tea
= … is not my thing
=…don’t/ doesn’t suit my taste
PRACTICE SOME QUESTION- STUDY:
1. Do you work or study?
Answer 1: Currently, I’m a ________ in _______, which is a top-ranking/ prestigious university in
Vietnam.
Expand your answers by saying: what is your major? What would like to become after you graduate?
Answer 2: I’m in grade ________in______, which is a top-ranking / prestigious school in Vietnam
Expand your answers by saying two things about your school.
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The first thing to mention about my school is that….
Another interesting thing is that…..
2. What do you dislike about your study/ your major? (Argumentative point)
Keen on learning my major/ study have a genuine passion in….
>< The only thing I dislike about my study/ major – heavy workload. A lot of assignments have to pull
many all-nighters to meet all deadlines.
3. What is your area of specialization? = What is your major? Or What major would you like to
choose in the future?
4. Why did you choose to study that major? Or: Why would you like to choose this major?
I (would like to) major in…….. because I have a genuine/ true passion for…..Also, I wish to become a…. as
this job offers me lucrative income and many opportunities to move up my career ladders.
5. Do you like your major? (Why?/Why not?)- tương tự cách trả lời câu 2-3.
6. What kind of school did you go to as a child?
When I was a child, I went to state primary school which had modern facilities, like a state-of-the-art
library and well-equipped classrooms. Besides, my teachers were dedicated and supportive. They are
always willing to give me a hand whenever I’m in need.
7. What are your favorite subjects/ courses/ classes at school?
Well, there is no doubt that learning English is my cup of tea as it enables me to communicate with people
from all over the world. Moreover, learning English broadens my knowledge about foreign cultures.
Or: I’m not into any specific subjects, but if I had to choose the one I like best, I would go for….
Firstly, this subject is exciting/ useful/ practical
Secondly, I have a good knack for…/ have a good grasp of……., so I often ace all the tests in this subject
Last but not least, it helps me broaden my knowledge about….
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Biology: plants, animals and humans
Chemistry: the formation of different substances
History: historical events and figures in the world.
Literature: well-known literary works from all over the world.
Math: enhance problem-solving skills, critical and logical thinking.
8. What do you like about your study?
I’m keen on my study for several reasons. Firstly, most subjects are gripping and useful. Secondly, the
teaching methods of my teachers are quite innovative with lots of classroom activities that inspire us to
learn our lessons.
9. Do you think your country has an effective education system?
Not really. Honestly speaking, the education system in my country is a bit outdated for several reasons.
Firstly, teachers often follow traditional teaching models. They focus on explaining the lessons instead of
interacting with their students during the lessons.
Secondly, most subjects are too theoretical, so students are unable to gain hands-on experience.
Finally, parents and teachers often care way too much about their children’s scores. That’s why students just
try to ace all the test rather than having a solid grasp of their lessons.
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10. Are you looking forward to working?
Well, I guess yes. Going to work enables me to earn money to cover my bills and travel to some countries.
Besides, I can meet and make friends with some experts who work in the same field.
11. What is your dream job? = what would you like to do in the future?
In the past, I used to dream of becoming a singer as I wanted to be a celeb/ celebrity.
However, as I’ve grown up, I realize that I don’t have the knack for singing, so I would like to become
a….
This job will enable me to make a killing. Besides, it may offer me various chances to get promotion/
move up the career ladder.
