1. I usually shop online because it is convenient.

There are several trustworthy sellers

offering items such as clothes, shoes, hats, and so on… However, I would like to give you
some advice to shop online safely. You should read plenty of reviews about the product you
intend to purchase. It is also important to compare prices and services across different stores.
If the items arrives damaged, you should take a picture/ take a photo and send it to the store
where you bought the product. They will either issue a refund or replace it with a new
product.

Product = item

Many = plenty of …

Intend to…

Purchase…

Compare…

2. I have a deep passion for music and listen to it every day, especially during my free time.
Traditional Vietnamese music is incredibly diverse and captivating, including genres like Cai
luong, Ca tru, and Quan ho. My mom is particularly fond of Cai luong, and I enjoy it as well. I
often attend concerts. Just last month, I went to a live concert with my friend in Ho Chi Minh
City. It was lively and crowded, creating a memorable experience. I hope I can participate in
many more concerts in the future.

3. When studying abroad in Vietnam, you can choose to stay either in a boarding house or a
dormitory. Boarding houses tend to be more comfortable due to their quiet and les crowded
environment. Dormitories, on the other hand, are usually located close to schools and more
affordable, helping you save both money and time. In Vietnam, students can find various part-
time job opportunities such as tutoring, working as shop assistants, or becoming delivery
drivers. These jobs can help you earn extra income while studying.

4. I will study abroad in the United States next month, so I need to prepare many things in
advance. I plan to join a training course when I arrive. During my time there, I will stay in a
university dormitory, which will help me save money and commuting time. I choose to study
in the US because it is a highly developed and modern country. I also intend to work part time
in my free time to earn some extra income.
5. There are many festivals in my country, but Tet is the most important one. It takes place
during the first days of the Lunar year. There are many interesting activities on this holiday.
We prepare a lot of things, such as delicious dishes, fresh flowers, fruits, and so on. We
organize the party, visit grandparents, give best wishes, and receive lots of lucky money. I also
enjoy the water festival in Thailand and hope to attend it one day.

6. Among many traditional festivals in Vietnam, the Mid-Autumn Festival is my favorite,

apart from Tet. It is celebrated on the 15th of August in the lunar calendar. I usually return
home to celebrate with my family. We organize a cozy gathering with mooncakes, tea, and
moon-viewing. The atmosphere is very warm and enjoyable. Children particularly love the
star-shaped lanterns, and mooncakes are often given as gifts to friends and family.

7. I know that playing the piano is your favorite hobby. It helps you relax after a long day at
school, and you play very well. Even though you're busy with homework these days, I don’t
think you should give up playing. You can manage your time better—for example, practice
after finishing your homework or wake up earlier in the morning. I hope you will continue
pursuing your passion for piano.

8. I have a pet dog named Bu, which my mother gave me on my birthday. I love him dearly
because he is very cute and playful. I often take him for walks and spend time playing with
him. Taking care of him helps me relax after school. I feed him rice, fish, meat, and milk. He
also guards our home. However, I face a few challenges—such as needing to bathe him
regularly and frequently clean the house due to all the dog hair.

9. I plan to visit your pet shop next week with my friend, who also loves animals. I’m
interested in various pets like cats, dogs, hamsters, rabbits, and fish. Among them, I love dogs
the most because they are smart and loyal—they can even help guard the house. As a student,
my budget is quite limited, so I hope you can help me find a pet that suits both my preferences
and finances.

10. I know that you've been experiencing eye problems. You shouldn't watch TV for too
many hours a day, as it can strain your eyes and make the condition worse. It's advisable to
limit screen time to just one hour per day. In your free time, consider going outside, playing
sports, taking walks, or meeting up with friends. These activities can help you feel more
refreshed and relaxed.
11. I have watched many movies, but romantic films are my favorite. Last week, I went to the
cinema with a friend to watch a movie at the Coopmart supermarket. The story was about the
love between John and Rose. It was fascinating, and the ending was truly heartwarming. The
main characters were not only attractive but also acted brilliantly. They are among the most
famous actors in the world.

12. I currently live in a small boarding house on Mt Street, which is conveniently located
near Can Tho University. It only takes me five minutes to get to school by motorbike.
Although the house is small, it is clean and cozy. I share the space with a close friend. Our
landlady is kind and often gives us homemade food and friendly advice. One lovely feature of
the house is the small garden in front, which makes the space feel fresh and peaceful.

13. My friend An is a friendly, humorous, and approachable person. She has many hobbies,
including reading books, listening to music, and traveling. Her major is English, and she
speaks it fluently. She’s planning to take a course in London to broaden her knowledge. I
believe she would get along well with your family and might even become a great friend to
you.

14. I'm a big fan of magazines, especially those about fashion and travel. Travel magazines
are my favorite because I love exploring new places whenever I have free time. I don’t
usually buy printed magazines. Instead, I prefer reading online magazines because they are
updated rapidly and help me stay informed while saving money. However, I sometimes enjoy
reading printed ones—especially when flying—because they are convenient and relaxing.

 Like = have a deep passion for/ be fond of

 Very interesting= fascinating/ engaging
 Helpful= informative/ insightful
 Quickly = rapidly
 Save money = reduce/ expenses
 Very suitable = convenient/ appropriate

15. I recently read the book you wrote. It is fantastic/ excellent. It provides a lot of fascinating
content. I believe that many readers will enjoy your book. However, I think that some of
images in your book aren’t interesting. I think that you should have more images in your
book. It will make the book more engaging. We could discuss some ideas about writing a new
book. We can meet in the library on the weekend.
16. My name is Thanh Quang. I am a student. I am learning at Can Tho University. My
hometown is Tien Giang Province, I often come back home when I have free time. In my
free time, I often listen to music, watch movies, read books. Especially, I am fond of playing
sports. It can help me relax and stay healthy. I am delighted when you can visit my country. I
will introduce a lot of beautiful views, delicious foods/dishes in my country. I believe that
you will enjoy it.

17. I feel very happy when you buy a house near mine. I’m sure that you will really like
living in this area. There are many factors that you should think carefully when you choose a
new house. You can choose the main/wide/large street/road so you can move easily. You can
live near the university or the library. It will help you save time when you go to school and
you can go to the library easily. It will help you meet more/many people and widen
knowledge.

18. I feel very happy when you are coming over to my house to draw. I also love drawing. It
is very funny and fascinating. We will draw many things together. I think we will draw in my
garden. There are may flowers and trees. It is very fresh and beautiful. It will help you feel
more comfortable. I think you can draw some topics such as flowers, garden, family, so on.
Especially, you can draw about the person that you love such as your father, your mother,
grandparents, so on. It is very meaningful.

19. I frequently use social media platforms because they are extremely popular nowadays. I
often use Facebook and Tiktok. Many people also use them because they are very funny and
engaging (entertaining). They can help me relax after school because through social
networks, I can chat with my friends and family. I can also make friends with many people. I
can also watch funny clips to reduce stress. I can also use social networks to update
information. They affect me because they bring a lot of benefits. However, I don’t spend too
much time on it.

Social media has had a positive impact on my life, though I make sure not to spend too much
time on it.

20. There are many TV programs in my country. I have a deep passion for TV programs when
I have spare time. It helps me relax after school. There are many TV programs in Vietnam
such as The Face, The Voice, The Voice Kids, Running Man, King of Rap, The Mask Singer,
Amazing Race, so on. But I like “Who wants to be a millionaire?” the most because it is very
good and engaging. It provides a lot of insightful/useful knowledge. It helps me learn many
new things. There are many questions in that programs. Players have to answer all questions
in order to receive a lot of money. It is helpful because it can help us widen/expand
knowledge.

21. When you join in a seminar, you can stay in a hotel near there. It is very convenient for
moving so you can go to the seminar easily. The seminar will take place next week. It will
start at 7am and end at 5pm. Many people will join in the seminar. The cost of the seminar is
about five hundred VND for one person. It is very suitable for everyone. If you can go to the
seminar, you can also join in online. I hope you can participate in the seminar. I believe that it
will bring many benefits.

22. I just move to a new house. My house is in Can Tho city. It is small but it is clean and
comfortable. I live with my parents. My house has three floors. It is white and blue. There are
many necessary equipments in my house such as television, air-conditioner, fridge/
refrigerator, etc. I love the living room the most because it is big and comfortable. In my
garden, I grow many flowers and trees. It makes my house more beautiful and fresher.

23. When you move to a new house, to orgenize everything smoothly, you should prepare
everything carefully. I think you should employ/hire a company to pack things. They will
help you make everything quickly and easily. You will save a lot of time. I know some
services to help you move to a new house such as the Sun service, RD service, ABC service,
so on. But I think you should choose The Sun service because I have used it. It is very good.

24. In next month, my school will organize Charity Gala. It will take place on Sunday next
week. It will start at 7am and end at 11am. Many people will participate in Charity Gala
because it is very meaningful. There are many benefits when you join in Charity Gala. We
can donate a lot of money to help many poor children and the olded. We can also meet many
people and make friends with them. It is very helpful. I feel that we should participate in
Charity Gala. I feel very excited.

25. I am very sorry because I’m late with some applications. I know it can affect you. I tried
to finish it but I was sick last week. I have to stay in the hospital in three days so I can’t finish
my work. Now, I feel better so I can go home and try to finish my work. I make sure that
tomorrow I will finish it and submit it. I hope you can give me one more day. One again, I
appologize for this inconvenience.