TOPIC 1

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION

Let’ talk about Breakfast
1. What is your favorite meal of the day: breakfast, lunch or dinner?

My favorite meal is dinner because. I often have dinner with my family, so

it’s a nice time to talk and enjoy good food together.

2. What do you often have for breakfast?

I usually have something simple, like bread and pho. Sometimes I drink a
glass of milk or a cup of coffee to start the day

3. Is it important to eat breakfast?

Yes, I think breakfast is important because it gives me energy. If I don’t eat

breakfast, I feel tired and can’t pay attention.
.PART II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
Your neighbor wants to spend time with her 11- year –old -boy. There are
three places: going to a park, going to a science center, and going to the
theatre. What is the best choice?
Your neighbor wants to spend time with her 11- year –old -boy. There are
three places: going to a park, going to a science center, and going to the
theatre. What is the best choice?
As:
My situation is that my neighbor wants to spend time with her 11-year-old
boy.
There are three options such as going to a park, going to a science center,
and going to the theatre.
Among the three options, I think going to a park is the best choice because
of the following reasons.
The first reason is that a park is a fun and free place.
For example, they can play games, ride a bike, or have a picnic.
The second reason is that a park is healthy.
For instance, walking and playing outside is good for the boy’s health.
Finally, the park is near their house.
To be specific, they don’t need to spend much money or time.
I don’t think that going to a science center is suitable because it may be
boring for a young boy.
 For instance, he may not understand the science and lose interest.
Although going to the theatre is a good idea, I don’t choose it simply
because it is expensive.
To illustrate, they must buy tickets and maybe food and drinks, too.
To sum up, if I were in the case, I would choose going to the park for the
reasons I have mentioned
PART III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT
Topic: There are many factors of choosing a job.

salary

Factors to choose a
working environment job your own ideas

boss and colleagues

It is true that there are many factors of choosing a job. I believe this for the
following reasons.

Firstly, the boss and colleagues are important. For example, nice people at
work help us feel happy.
Secondly, the working environment is important. For instance, a friendly
place makes us work better.

Thirdly, the salary is important. To be specific, a good salary helps people

have a good life.

Finally, it is important to choose a job that you like. To illustrate, people

work harder when they enjoy their job.

In short, there are many factors of choosing a job for the reasons I have
mentioned.
 TOPIC 2

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION

Hobbies
1/ Do you have the same hobbies as your family members?
👉 Yes, I do. We like watching movies at home and playing sports at the
weekend.

2️⃣ Do you have a hobby that you have had since childhood?
👉 Yes. I have liked drawing since I was small. It helps me relax.

3️⃣ Did you have any hobbies when you were a child?

👉 Yes. I enjoyed playing badminton with my friends after school.

.PART II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
You are going to the movie theater with your friends this weekend. What
type of movie would be the best choice: an action movie, a romantic movie, a
comedy?
As:
My situation is that I am going to the movie theater with my friends this
weekend. There are three options such as an action movie, a romantic movie, and a
comedy. Among the three options, I think a comedy is the best choice because of
the following reasons.

The first reason is that a comedy is fun. For example, we can laugh a lot and
feel happy together.

The second reason is that a comedy helps us relax. For instance, we can feel
better when we watch something funny.

Finally, comedy is easy to understand. To be specific, everyone can enjoy it.

 I don’t think that a romantic movie is suitable because not all my friends like
love stories. For instance, some friends may feel bored.

Although an action movie is a good idea, I don’t choose it simply because it

can be too loud or scary. To illustrate, they feel afraid.

To sum up, if I were in the case, I would choose a comedy for the reasons I
have mentioned.
PART III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT
Topic: There are several benefits of a work- life balance.

reduce stress

your own ideas

maintain good benefits
relationships it helps people enjoy
life more

pursue hobbies

It is true that there are several benefits of a work-life balance. I believe this for the
following reasons.

Firstly, it helps people pursue hobbies. For example, they can play sports or listen
to music.

Secondly, it helps people maintain good relationships. For instance, people have
more time for family and friends.
Thirdly, it helps reduce stress. To be specific, people feel more relaxed and happy.

Finally, it helps people enjoy life more. To illustrate, they can feel good at both
work and home.

In short, a work-life balance is good for the reasons I have mentioned.

TOPIC 3
PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION
Let’s talk about Work
What is your dreamed job?
👉 My dream job is to work at a bank because I like working with numbers and
helping customers.

2️⃣ Have you ever done any unpaid job in your country?
👉 Yes. I helped at a volunteer group. We gave food to poor people.

3️⃣ What makes you choose your job?

👉 I choose my job because I enjoy working with people and numbers.
PART II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
The city council is planning a way to reduce traffic accidents. There are 3
suggestions: installing CCTV, installing more speed-limit signs along the streets,
increasing driving-permitted age.
 You are going to celebrate your birthday. There are three options: in a fast
food restaurant, in a sit-down restaurant and in your house. What is the best
choice?
As:

My situation is that I am going to celebrate my birthday. There are three

options such as in a fast food restaurant, in a sit-down restaurant, and in my house.
Among the three options, I think in my house is the best choice because of the
following reasons.

The first reason is that a party at home is cheap. For example, I can make
food and drinks myself.

The second reason is that a party at home is fun. For instance, we can play
games and listen to music.

Finally, a party at home is easy. To be specific, I don’t need to go out or

book a place.

I don’t think that a fast food restaurant is good because it is small. For
example, it is hard to play games there.

Although a sit-down restaurant is a good idea, I don’t choose it simply

because it is expensive. To illustrate, we have to pay a lot for food.

To sum up, if I were in the case, I would choose in my house for the reasons
I have mentioned.
PART III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT
Topic: Recycling is becoming more important and brings some benefits.

reduce production of raw materials

use less new materials like: wood and nylon

creat new jobs in recycling

industry benefits your own ideas
work at recycling companies save energy and reduce
trash

protect the environment

reduce waste; giam lang phi
It is true that recycling is becoming more important and brings some benefits. I
believe this for the following reasons.
Firstly, recycling helps protect the environment. For example, it helps reduce
waste.

Secondly, it helps create new jobs in the recycling industry. For instance, more
people can work at recycling companies.

Thirdly, it helps reduce production of raw materials. To be specific, we use less

new materials like wood or metal.

Finally,Recycling helps the Earth. It saves energy and reduces trash.

In short, recycling is important for the reasons I have mentioned.

TOPIC 4

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION

Restaurant
What is your favorite dish when you eat out?
👉 I like eating pho or fried rice because they taste good and are easy to find.

2️⃣ Do you like to eat in a small restaurant or a big restaurant? Why?

👉 I like small restaurants because they are quiet and feel comfortable.

3️⃣ What is the most memorable experience when you eat out?
👉 One time, I ate with my friends on my birthday. We had a great time and the
food was delicious.
PART II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
You are going to celebrate your birthday. There are three options: in a fast food
restaurant, in a sit-down restaurant and in your house. What is the best choice?
As:

My situation is that I am going to celebrate my birthday. There are three options

such as in a fast food restaurant, in a sit-down restaurant, and in my house. Among
the three options, I think in my house is the best choice because of the following
reasons.
The first reason is that a party at home is cheap. For example, I can make food and
drinks myself.
The second reason is that a party at home is fun. For instance, we can play games
and listen to music.
Finally, a party at home is easy. To be specific, I don’t need to go out or book a
place.
I don’t think that a fast food restaurant is good because it is small. For example, it
is hard to play games there.
Although a sit-down restaurant is a good idea, I don’t choose it simply because it is
expensive. To illustrate, we have to pay a lot for food.
To sum up, if I were in the case, I would choose in my house for the reasons I have
mentioned.
PART III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT
Topic: More and more young people keep pets.
good habit: thoi quen tot
laern to take care of others

your own ideas

emotional support benefits become more responsible
make people feel happy ex:young people learn look
after animals
companionship: dong hanh
feel less lonely
It is true that more and more young people keep pets. I believe this for the
following reasons.
Firstly, pets bring companionship. For example, pets help people feel less lonely.
Secondly, pets give emotional support. For instance, they make people feel happy.
Thirdly, keeping pets is a good habit. To be specific, people learn to take care of
others.
Finally, pets help people become more responsible. To illustrate, young people
learn to look after animals.
In short, young people keep pets for the reasons I have mentioned.

TOPIC 5

PART I: SOCIAL INTERACTION (~ 3 mins)

Let’s talk about Money
1 Did you save your money when you were a child?
👉 Yes. I saved my money when I was a child to buy books or dolls.

2️⃣ Who often gives you money: your father or your mother?
👉 My mother often gave me money because she kept the money at home.

3️⃣ Should parents give money to their children? Why?

👉 Yes. I think parents should give money so children can learn how to use it.
PART II: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
You are going to hold a community event for your home town. There are three
options: important events, local businesses and famous places to attract tourists.
What is the best choice?
AS:
My situation is that I am going to hold a community event for my home town.
There are three options such as important events, local businesses, and famous
places to attract tourists. Among the three options, I think famous places to attract
tourists is the best choice because of the following reasons.

The first reason is that famous places can bring more visitors. For example, people
want to see nice places and take photos.

The second reason is that tourists can help local people make money. For instance,
they can buy food from the town.

Finally, showing famous places is easy. To be specific, people already know about
them.

I don’t think that important events is suitable because it takes a lot of time to plan.
For example, it is hard to do a big event.

Although local businesses are a good idea, I don’t choose it because tourists don’t
like small shops. For example, they want to see places first.

To sum up, if I were in the case, I would choose famous places to attract tourists
for the reasons I have mentioned.
PART III: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT –
Topic: Soft skills are important for students.

use resources appropriately: dung tai

nguyen hop li
can use book and the internet in smart way

your own ideas

solve problems properly can share ideas and help
soft skills
can find good ways to fix friend
problem

manage time effectively: quan li thoi gian hieu qua

can plan their study and free time
It is true that soft skills are important for students. I believe this for the following
reasons.

Firstly, soft skills help students manage time effectively. For example, they can
plan their study and free time.

Secondly, soft skills help students solve problems properly. For instance, they can
find good ways to fix problems.

Thirdly, soft skills help students use resources appropriately. To be specific, they
can use books and the internet in a smart way.

Finally, soft skills help students work well with others. To illustrate, they can share
ideas and help friends.

In short, soft skills are important for students for the reasons I have mentioned.