PART 1

1. Where you live now

• Let’s talk about where you live now
• Which town or city do you live in now?
• Are there any things you don’t like about your area? (What are they?)
• Do you think you will continue to live there for a long time? (Why? Why not?)
• What are some changes in the area recently?
• Do you live in a house or an apartment?
• What is your favourite room in your home? (Why?)
• What things make your home pleasant to live in? (Why?)
• Are the people in your neighbourhood nice and friendly?
• Do you know any of your neighbours?
• Is the place where you live quiet or noisy?

2. Work or study
• Are you a student or do you work now?
• What subject are you studying?
• Why did you choose that subject?
• Is there anything that you don’t like about it?
• What would you like to do in the future?
• What are the most popular subjects in VietNam?
• What are your favourite classes/courses/subjects at school/university?
• Do you think it’s important to choose a subject you like?
• What work do you do?
• Why did you choose to do that type of job?
• Do you like your job?
• What do you like best about your job?
• Do you miss being a student?
• Do you prefer to work in the morning or afternoon?
• Have you changed your work before?

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3. House or apartment

• What kind of housing do you live in?

• Do you live in a house or a flat?
• Do you live alone or with your family?
• Could you please describe the place you live in?
• What did you like most about the house or apartment where you grew up?
• Which is your favourite room in your home?
• Is there anything which needs to be improved in your apartment?
• What can you see when you look out the window of your room?

4. Hometown

• Where do you come from?

• What's the most attractive part of your hometown?
• What’s the weather like in your hometown?
• Do you know much about the history of your hometown?
• Has your hometown changed much these years?
• Would you say your hometown is a big city or a small town?
• For you, what benefits are there living in a big city?
• Do you think you will still be living in your hometown in the future?

5. The area you live in

• Do you like the area that you live in?

• What are some changes in the area recently?
• Do you know any famous people in your area?
• Where do you like to go in that area?

6. Snacks

• What snacks did you eat when you were young?

• When do you usually eat snacks now?
• Do you think it is healthy for you to eat snacks?

7. Weather

• What’s the weather like where you live?

• Do you prefer cold or hot weather?
• Do you prefer dry or wet weather?

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• Do you get in the habit of checking the weather forecast?

8. Writing

• Did you like writing when you were a child? Why/Why not?
• What kinds of things do you write during a typical day? Why/Why not?
• Do you think the kinds of things you write will change in the future? Why/Why not?
• Do you prefer typing or writing things by hand? Why?

9. Puzzle

• Did you do puzzles in your childhood?

• Do you like doing word puzzles or number puzzles? Which is more difficult for you?
• When do you do puzzles, during your trip or when you feel bored?
• Do you think it is good for old people to do puzzles?

10. Birthday

• What do you usually do on your birthday?

• What did you do on your birthday when you were young?
• Do you think it is important for you to celebrate your birthday?
• Whose birthday do you think is the most important to celebrate in VietNam?

11. Social Media

• Do you like to use social media?

• Do you think your friends use too much social media?
• Do you want to work in social media? Why?
• What’s the most popular social media in VietNam? Why?

12. Names

• Does your name have a special meaning?

• How do you choose names for your next generation?
• Are there any differences between how Vietnamese name their children now and in
the past?
• Does anyone in your family have the same name as you?

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13. Geography

• Have you ever studied geography at school?

• Do you like geography?
• Are you good at reading a map?
• Would you visit a country because of its geographical location?

14. Travelling on public transport

• Do you often travel on public transport? Why/Why not?

• Did you use public transport when you were a child? Why/Why not?
• Do many people use public transport in your country? Why/Why not?
• Will you use public transport more in the future? Why/Why not?

15. Patience

• Are you a patient person?

• What is it that makes you feel impatient?
• How do you feel when you have to do something for a long time?
• Does your job require you to be patient?

16. Singing

• Do you like singing? Why?

• Have you ever learnt how to sing?
• Who do you want to sing for?
• Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?

17. Internet

• When did you start using the internet?

• How often do you go online?
• Do you think you spend too much time online?
• What would you do without the internet?

18. Neighbours

• Do you think neighbours are important?

• How can we get along with our neighbours?
• Do you think it's important to have a good relationship with one's neighbours?

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19. Morning Time

• Do you get up early in the morning?

• Do you have the same morning routine every day?
• Do you usually eat breakfast at home?
• Are there any differences between what you do in the morning now and what you
did in the past?

20. Tidy

• Are you a tidy person?

• Do you think people should be tidy all the time?
• Are you tidier at work or at home?
• How do you usually keep your place tidy?

21. Family & Friends

• Do you have a large family or a small family?

• How much time do you manage to spend with members of your family?
• Do you have many friends? Why/Why not?
• Do you prefer to stay alone or with your friends?

22. Arts

• Do you like drawing? Why?

• Do you want to visit an art gallery or museum?
• What are the differences between old and modern arts?
• Do you want to be an artist?

23. Music

• Do you like music? Why/Why not?

• What type of music do you like to listen to when you are alone? Why?
• Has the music that you listen to changed since you were young?
• Do you think older and younger generations prefer different types of music?
• Is there any music concert that you want to go to?

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24. Staying up

• Do you go to sleep early or stay up late?

• What do you do when you stay up late?
• How do you feel when you have stayed up late the night before?

25. Chocolate

• Do you like eating chocolate?

• Did you give chocolate to someone as a gift?
• Did you like chocolate when you were a child?
• When was the first time you ate chocolate?
• Do you think people use chocolate differently now than in the past?
• Is chocolate good for our health?

26. Jewelry

• Do you often wear jewelry?

• What type of jewelry do you like to buy?
• Why do you think some people wear a piece of jewelry for a long time?

27. Small business

• Are there many small businesses in the place where you live?
• Do you prefer to buy things from a small business or large company?

28. Outer space and stars

• Do you learn about outer space and stars at school?

• Do you enjoy watching films about the outer space and stars?
• Do you want to study about outer space and stars?
• Do you want to travel to the outer space in the future?

29. Schools

• Where do you go to school?

• Do you think your school is good for every student?
• What changes do you want to make in your school?

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30. Weekends

• Do you like weekends?

• What are the differences about where you are going between weekdays and
weekends?
• What do you usually do on weekends? Do you study or work?
• Do you make plans for your weekends?

31. Keys

• Do you always bring a lot of keys with you?

• Have you ever lost your keys?

32. T-shirt

• Do you usually wear T-shirts?

• Do you like T-shirts with pictures or prints?
• Do you think older people who wear T-shirts are fashionable?

33. Happy

• What made you happy when you were little?

• What do you think will make you feel happy in the future?

34. Library

• Do you often go to the library?

• Did you go to the library when you were a kid?
• Do Vietnamese kids often go to the library?

35. Machine

• What is your favourite machine in your home?

• Do you think washing machines and sweeping machines are important?
• Do you read the instructions before using a machine?

36. Spending time by yourself

• Do you usually spend time by yourself?

• How do you usually spend your time by yourself?
• What did you do last time you were by yourself?

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37. Praising

• Have you had any achievements recently?

• Do you think parents should often praise their children?

38. Being busy

• Are you busier now than when you were a child?

• When was the last time you were busy?
• How do you feel when you’re busy?
• Do you enjoy being busy?

39. Plan

• Do you like making plans?

• Are you good at making plans?
• Do you use paper or your smartphone to make plans?
• What are the benefits of making plans?

40. Saying ‘Thank you’

• Have you ever sent a thank you card to others?

• Do people in your country often say ‘thank you’?
• What would you feel when others say thank you to you?

41. Free Time

• Do you often have free time?

• What do you usually do in your spare time?
• Which day do you have more free time on, Saturday or Sunday?
• Would you like to have more free time in the future?

42. Flowers

• Do you love flowers?

• Do you know anyone who loves flowers?
• Are there a lot of flowers where you live?
• Do you take photos of flowers in your daily life?

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43. Memory

• Are you good at memorising things?

• Have you ever forgotten something important?
• What do you need to remember in your daily life?

44. Making List

• Do you make a list when you shop?

• Do you make a list for your work? Does it work?
• Why don’t some people like making lists?

45. Noise and quiet places

• Do you like quiet or noisy places? Why/Why not?

• What are some sounds you like? Why/Why not?
• What kinds of noise do you hear in your daily life? Why/Why not?
• Where is the noise louder, in cities or the countryside? Why/Why not?

46. Colours

• What is your favourite colour? Why/Why not?

• Are there any colours that you dislike? Why/Why not?
• Will you choose to decorate your room in bright colours? Why/Why not?
• Have you ever bought anything before because you like its colour? Why/Why not?

47. Borrowing and lending

• Have you ever borrowed any books from others? Why/Why not?
• Have you ever borrowed money from a friend? Why/Why not?
• Do you like to lend things to others? Why/Why not?
• How would you feel if somebody borrowed something from you and never gave it
back? Why/Why not?

48. Teenagers

• Do you like spending time with teenagers? Why/Why not?

• What are the best things about being a teenager? Why/Why not?
• What would you like to do if you were a teenager again? Why/Why not?
• Will you follow teenage fashion in the future? Why/Why not?

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49. Stories

• Did you love stories when you were a child? Why?

• What kinds of stories do you like? Why/Why not?
• Do you prefer listening to stories or reading them? Why/Why not?
• Did you ever write a story when you were a child? Why/Why not?

50. Hats/caps

• Is wearing hats popular in your country? Why/Why not?

• Do you like to wear hats? Why/Why not?
• What kinds of hats do you have? Why/Why not?
• Where do you like to buy your hats? Why/Why not?

51. Giving gifts/presents

• Do you like giving gifts/presents? Why/Why not?

• When do you usually give gifts to others? Why/Why not?
• Have you ever given somebody a handmade gift/present? Why/Why not?
• Do you think choosing expensive gifts/presents is a good way to express feelings
towards somebody? Why/Why not?

52. Having parties

• Do you like having parties? Why/Why not?

• Is there anything you dislike about parties? Why/Why not?
• What do you usually do when you go to the party? Why?
• How often did you have a party when you were a child? Why/Why not?

53. Apps

• What apps do you often use on your phone or tablet? Why/Why not?
• Do you have a favourite app? Why?
• How do you find out about different apps? Why/Why not?
• Have you downloaded any new apps recently? Why/Why not?

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54. Technology

• What types of technology do you use most? Why/Why not?

• Do you like using technology? Why/Why not?
• Is there any new piece of technology you would like to buy? Why/Why not?
• What made you choose the last piece of technology you bought? Why/Why not?

55. Housework and cooking

• Did you do housework when you were young? Why?

• What kind of housework do you like to do? Why/Why not?
• Do you have breakfast at home every day? Why/Why not?
• Do you want to learn how to cook well in the future? Why/Why not?

56. Sending messages

• Do you like to send messages to your friends? Why/Why not?

• What kind of messages do you usually send? Why/Why not?
• Do you prefer sending text messages or making phone calls? Why/Why not?
• Have you ever experienced any issues with delayed or undelivered messages?
Why/Why not?

57. History

• Have you ever studied any history? Why/Why not?

• How do you learn history? Why/Why not?
• What are the benefits of learning history? Why/Why not?
• Do you think it is important to learn history? Why/Why not?

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 PART 2&3

1. Describe a famous city that/which is interesting

You should say:

• Where it is
• What the city is famous for
• Why it is interesting

And explain how you feel about it

Part 3:

• What advantages can tourism bring to a city?

• Why do some young people like to live in cities?
• Do most elderly people live in the city or in the countryside?
• Do you think well-developed tourism will have negative effects on local people?

2. Describe an ambition that you haven’t achieved

You should say:

• What it is
• Why you haven’t achieved it
• What you did

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• What ambitions do children usually have?

• Why do some people focus strongly on work ambition?
• Why don’t some people have dreams?
• How do people balance work and life?

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 3. Describe a problem you had while shopping online or in a store

You should say:

• When it happened
• What you bought
• What problems you had while shopping

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• What kind of service do you think is good?

• What are the differences between shopping online and in stores?
• What problems do customers often have while shopping?
• What do you think customers should do when there are problems with the products
they bought online?

4. Describe a popular place for sports (e.g. a stadium or something)

You should say:

• Where it is
• When you went there
• What you did there

And explain how you felt about this place

Part 3:

• Do young people like to do sports?

• What are the benefits of sports for children?
• Is it necessary to build public sports spaces?
• What do you think of companies donating sports venues for poor children?

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 5. Describe a time when you received money as a gift (birthday, wedding)

You should say:

• When it happened
• Who gave you money
• Why he/she gave you money

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Why do people rarely use cash now?

• When do children begin to comprehend the value of money?
• Should parents reward children with money?
• Is it good and necessary to teach children to save money?

6. Describe a person you know who is from a different cultural background

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• Where he/she is from
• How you knew him/her

And explain how you feel about him/her

Part 3:

• Where and how can we get to know people of different cultures better?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of cultural diversity?
• How can traditional culture and other cultures coexist?

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 7. Describe a disagreement you had with someone

You should say:

• Who you had the disagreement with

• What the disagreement was
• What happened

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• What would you do if you disagreed with someone?

• How do we stop an argument from escalating into a fight?
• Who do you think should teach children to respect their teacher?
• What disagreements do parents and children usually have?

8. Describe an outdoor activity you did in a new place recently

You should say:

• What the activity is

• Who invited you to participate in it
• Whether you asked for help in the activity

And explain what change you had in the activity

Part 3:

• What outdoor activities do people in your country usually do?

• Why do some people not like doing outdoor activities?
• Do you think that outdoor activities are more beneficial than indoor activities?
• Why do some people like doing extreme sports?
• Do you think that people living in safe places prefer extreme sports?

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 9. Describe a programme that you enjoyed very much (e.g. on TV or the internet)

You should say:

• What the programme was about

• Where you watched this programme
• Who you watched it with
• And explain why you enjoyed this programme so much

Part 3:

• What programs do people like to watch in your country?

• Do people in your country like to watch foreign TV programs?
• What’s the benefit of letting kids watch animal videos rather than visiting zoos?
• Do you agree or disagree: game shows and chat shows are a waste of time?

10. Describe a photo you took that you are proud of

Follow-up Q: Do you usually take photos?

You should say:

• Who/What you took a photo of

• When you took this photo
• What the photo is about

And explain why you feel proud of the photo

Part 3:

• Why do some people like to record important things with photos?

• What can people learn from historical photographs?
• Is taking photos the best way to remember something?
• Which is better, taking photos or keeping a diary?

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 11. Describe a movie you watched recently and would like to watch again
You should say:
• What it was about
• Where you watched it
• Why you like it
And explain why you would like to watch it again

Part 3:
• Where do people normally watch movies?
• What are the differences between watching movies at home and in a cinema?
• Are actors or actresses important to movies? Why?
• Why are there fewer people going to the cinema to watch movies?

12. Describe a friend from childhood who you remember very well
You should say:
• Who he/she is
• Where you met each other
• What you often did together
And explain what made you like him/her
Part 3:
• Do you still keep in touch with your friends from childhood? Why or why not?
• What do you think of online social media?
• Do you think online social media will replace face-to-face communication?
• How important is childhood friendship to children?

13. Describe the home of someone you know well and that you often visit
Follow-up question: Do you sometimes visit your friends?
You should say:
• Whose home it is
• How often you go there
• What it is like
And explain how you feel about the home
Part 3:
• What are the differences between houses or buildings in the city and in the
countryside?
• Do you prefer to live in the city or in the countryside?
• What safety risks are there in residential buildings in cities?
• Is it expensive to decorate a house or an apartment in the place where you live?

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 14. Describe a time when you saw a lot of plastic waste

You should say:

• Where and when you saw the plastic waste

• Why there were a lot of plastic waste
• What you did after you saw them

And explain what your thoughts were about this

Part 3:

• Do you think we should use plastic products?

• How can we reduce our use of plastic?
• What kinds of plastic waste are often seen in your country?
• Why do people like to use plastic products?

15. Describe a time when you needed to search for information

You should say:

• What information you needed to search for

• When you searched for it
• Where you searched for it

And explain why you needed to search for it

Part 3:

• How can people search for information now?

• What information can people get from television?
• With the development of the Internet, is the library still important?
• Does the development of the Internet have any impact on some disadvantaged
people?

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 16. Describe an object that you think is beautiful

You should say:

• What it is
• Where you saw it
• What it looks like

And explain why you think it is beautiful

Part 3:

• Do you think there are more beautiful things now than in the past? Why?
• What beautiful scenery spots are there in your country?
• Where do you think people usually come into contact with beautiful things?
• Why do you think people create beautiful things?
• Does Vietnam have many places of natural beauty?
• What are the benefits for people when going to places of natural beauty in Vietnam?

17. Describe something you had to share with others

You should say:

• What it was
• Who you shared it with
• Why you had to share it with others

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Do you think kids like to share? Why?

• How can parents teach their children to share?
• What do you think is the benefit of sharing for children?
• Is there anything that parents would persuade children to share with others?

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 18. Describe a story or novel you have read that you found interesting

You should say:

• When you read it

• What the story or novel was about
• Who wrote it

And explain why you read it

Part 3:

• How does technology help people tell stories?

• Do you prefer to read e-books or paper books?
• Why are mystery novels so popular nowadays?
• What kinds of novels are suitable for film adaptation?

19. Describe a place in your country that you would like to recommend to
visitors/travelers

You should say:

• What it is
• Where it is
• What people can do there

And explain why you would like to recommend it to visitors/travelers

Part 3:

• Is it important to take photos while traveling?

• Can you trust other people’s travel journals on the Internet?
• What factors affect how people feel about travel?

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 20. Describe a person you know who loves to grow plants (e.g.
vegetables/fruits/flowers etc.)

You should say:

• Who this person is

• What he/she grows
• Where he/she grows them

And explain why he/she enjoys growing plants

Part 3:

• What do you think of the job as a farmer?

• Are there many people growing their own vegetables now?
• Do you think it’s good to let kids learn how to plant?
• What are the differences between traditional and modern agriculture?

21. Describe a time when you forgot/missed an appointment

You should say:

• What the appointment was for

• Who you made it with
• Why you forgot it

And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3:

• How do people who are busy remember things they need to do?
• Do you think people should remember family history?
• What do you think of people using calendars to remind themselves of things?

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 22. Describe an impressive English lesson you had and enjoyed

You should say:

• What it was about

• When you had it
• What the teacher did

And explain why you enjoyed the lesson

Part 3:

• Why are some kids better at English than others?

• What human qualities do you think would make a good teacher?
• Why do some parents want their children to be good at foreign languages?
• What do you think about the situation of learning English in Vietnam?

23. Describe a time when you succeeded in doing something that was difficult

You should say:

• What the difficult task was

• When you succeeded
• How you overcame the difficulties

And explain how you felt when you succeeded

Part 3:

• Is it easy to become a successful person?

• Would you do charity when you succeed?
• Is there a lot of competition with others trying to achieve the same goals?
• Do young people today face a lot of difficult decisions?
• What factors influence people's choices about difficult decisions?
• How do people make difficult decisions?

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 24. Describe a person who inspired you to do something interesting

You should say:

• Who it was
• When he/she inspired you
• What he/she did to inspire you

And explain why he/she inspired you

Part 3:

• Which types of people become role models in your society?

• Do you agree that famous people have more responsibilities than ordinary people?
• What happens when young people lack good role models?
• What standards of behaviour should teachers set?

25. Describe a time you made a decision to wait for something

You should say:

• When it happened
• Who you were with
• What you were waiting for

And explain how you felt about the decision

Part 3:

• Do people in your country like to take public transportation?

• Why do some people like a slow-paced life?
• Is being patient good for people? Why?
• Are people less patient now than people in the past? Why?

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 26. Describe a historical period you would like to know more about

You should say:

• When it was
• What you are interested in
• What you have known

And explain why you would like to know more

Part 3:

• Should everyone know history?

• In what ways can children learn history?
• Is it hard to protect and preserve historic buildings?
• Who should pay for the preservation of historic buildings?
• Will museums be replaced by technology someday?

27. Describe something that you did with one or more people

You should say:

• What it was
• Who you did it with
• How long it took you to do this

And explain why you did it with one or more people

Part 3:

• What kinds of jobs need people to work in a team?

• How do you get along with your neighbors?
• What can parents do with their children to make them happy?
• How can children improve their social skills?

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 28. Describe a website you often visit

You should say:

• How you found it

• What it is about
• How often you visit it

And explain why you often visit it

Part 3:

• What are the most popular and least popular apps in Vietnam?
• What’s the difference between the Internet and television?
• Why do people like to read the news on the Internet instead of on TV?
• Is the library still necessary? Why?
• What kinds of people would still go to the library to read and study?

29. Describe a piece of technology that you feel difficult to use

You should say:

• When you got it

• What you got it for
• How often you use it

And explain how you feel about it

Part 3:

• What technology do people currently use?

• Why do big companies introduce new products frequently?
• Why are people so keen on buying iPhones even though they haven’t changed much
from one to the next?

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 30. Describe a place you would like to visit for a short time

You should say:

• Where it is
• Whom you will go there with
• What you will do there

And explain why you would like to visit for a short time

Part 3:

• Do people prefer planned travel?

• Why do places with historical attractions develop tourism more aggressively?
• Why do you think people usually travel?
• Why does living in tourist cities experience more noise?

31. Describe an unusual meal you had

You should say:

• When you had it

• Where you had it
• Whom you had it with

And explain why it was unusual

Part 3:

• What are the advantages and disadvantages of eating in restaurants?

• Do you think having dinner at home is a good idea?
• Do young people like to spend time with their families or friends?
• What do you think are the benefits of having dinner together?
• Do you think people are less willing to cook meals by themselves these days
compared to the past?

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 32. Describe the first day you went to school that you remember

You should say:

• When it happened
• Where the school is
• How you felt about the experience

And explain why you still remember the experience

Part 3:

• What are the reasons for job change?

• Are big companies better than small companies? Why?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of changing jobs?
• What would parents prepare for their kids when they first go to school?
• How do children socialise with each other?
• Is socialisation important for children?

33. Describe a time when you missed or were late for a meeting

You should say:

• What happened
• When it happened
• Why you missed/were late for it

And explain what happened later and how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Are you a punctual person?

• Do you think it is important to be on time?
• Do you always avoid being late?
• Why are people often late for meetings or appointments?
• Why do people miss important events?
• Are people in your country often late for meetings?

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 34. Describe a sport you enjoyed when you were young

You should say:

• What it was
• Where you did it
• Who you did it with

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Is it important to have a break during work or study?

• What sports do young people like to do now?
• Are there more activities for young people now than 20 years ago?
• Do adults and children have enough time for leisure activities nowadays?

35. Describe a person you met at a party who you enjoyed talking with

You should say:

• What party it was

• How you met this person
• What you talked about

And explain why you enjoyed talking with him/her

Part 3:

• On what occasions would people be willing to get to know new people?

• Where would people get to know new people?
• How do people start a conversation?
• Is it difficult for Vietnamese people to communicate with people from other
countries?
• Why are some people unwilling to have conversations with others?
• Is it difficult for adults to talk with children?

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 36. Describe your favorite place in your house where you can relax

You should say:

• Where it is
• What it is like
• What you enjoy doing there

And explain why you feel relaxed at this place

Part 3:

• Why is it difficult for some people to relax?

• What are the benefits of doing exercise?
• Do people in your country exercise after work?
• What is the place where people spend most of their time in their home?

37. Describe a character in a film or TV show

You should say:

• What character it is
• Who acted the character
• When you saw the film

And explain whether you like this character

Part 3:

• Is it interesting to be an actor/actress?
• What can children learn from acting?
• Why do children like special costumes?
• What are the differences between actors/actresses who earn much and those who
earn little?
• What are the differences between acting in a theater and in a film?

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 38. Describe a time when you taught a friend/relative something

You should say:

• Who you taught

• What you taught
• How the result was

And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3:

• What practical skills can young people teach old people?

• What skills can young people teach old people besides technology?
• How can young people teach old people skills?
• How can we know what to do when we want to learn something new?

39. Describe a piece of good news that you heard about someone you are familiar
with

You should say:

• What it was
• When you heard it
• How you knew it

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Is it good to share something on social media?

• Should the media only publish good news?
• How does social media help people access information?
• What kind of good news do people often share in the community?
• Do most people like to share good news with others?
• Do people like to hear good news from their friends?

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 40. Describe a place you visited that has been affected by air pollution (or not clean)

You should say:

• Where it is
• When you visited this place
• What kinds of pollution you saw there

And explain how this place was affected

Part 3:

• How much air pollution is there in your country?

• Difference about pollution in the countryside and city? Why?
• How can the government encourage people to keep their city clean?

41. Describe an old interesting person you have ever met

You should say:

• Who this person is

• Where/when you met this person
• What you did

And explain why you think this person is interesting

Part 3:

• Do you think old people and young people can share interests?
• What can old people teach young people?
• Are there benefits when one person is interested in another person? Why?

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 42. Describe a time someone gave you a gift that you really wanted

You should say:

• What it is
• How you got it
• What you did

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Should employees have their own goals?

• How should bosses reward employees?
• What kinds of gifts do young people like to receive as rewards?

43. Describe something you did that made you feel proud

You should say:

• What it was
• How you did it
• How difficult it was

And explain why you felt proud of it

Part 3:

• Which is more important, personal goals or work goals?

• Have your life goals changed since your childhood?
• Does everyone set goals for themselves?
• Do you think material rewards are more important than other rewards at work?
• What makes people feel proud of themselves?

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 44. Describe a new development in the area where you live (e.g. shopping mall,
park, etc.)

You should say:

• What the development is

• When/where you noticed it
• How long it took to complete it

And explain how you feel about it

Part 3:

• What transportation do you use the most?

• Is public transportation popular in Vietnam?
• What can be improved in public transport services?
• What leisure facilities can be used by people of all ages?
• Do you think young people in your country like to go to the cinema?

45. Describe a noisy place you have been to

You should say:

• What it is
• When you went there
• What you did there

And explain why you feel it’s a noisy place

Part 3:

• Do you think it is good for children to make noise?

• Should children not be allowed to make noise under any circumstances?
• What kinds of noises are there in our life?
• Which is exposed to more noise, the city or the countryside?
• How would people usually respond to noises in your country?
• How can people consider others’ feelings when chatting in public?

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 46. Describe a person you have met who you want to work/study with

You should say:

• Who this person is

• How you met this person
• How long you have known him/her

And explain why you want to work/study with him/her

Part 3:

• What are the characteristics that good co-workers need?

• What benefits if you are surrounded by good co-workers?
• What would happen if the co-workers are not good?
• Are there values if managers build good relationships with the workers who work
underneath them?
• Is it good for workers if the company applies sports facilities for them?
• Are knowledgeable people popular at work?

47. Describe something you would like to learn in the future

You should say:

• What it is
• How you would like to learn it
• Where you would like to learn it
• Why you would like to learn it

And explain whether it’s difficult to learn it

Part 3:

• What’s the most popular thing to learn nowadays?

• At what age should children start making their own decisions? Why?
• Which makes young people choose a major, income or interest?
• Do young people take their parents’ advice on choosing a major?
• Besides parents, who else would people take advice from?
• Why do some people prefer to study alone?

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 48. Describe an advertisement you don't like

You should say:

• What type of advertisement it is

• What product or service it advertises
• Where and when you first saw it

And explain why you don’t like it

Part 3:

• What kind of things advertise most in your country?

• Is newspaper advertising or online advertising more effective?

49. Describe a routine you have in your life that you enjoy

You should say:

• What it is
• How often you do it
• Is it easy to stick to that routine

And explain how you feel about it

Part 3:

• What routine do people have at home?

• What routine does the elderly have?
• What are the benefits of having a routine for kids at school?

50. Describe a complaint that you made and you were satisfied with the result

You should say:

• When it happened
• Who you complained to
• What you complained about

And explain why you were satisfied with the result

Part 3:

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 • What products or services do people in your country like to complain about?
• Would you buy things in the shops which you have complained about before?
• Which one is better when making a complaint, by talking or writing?
• Do you think customers’ complaints will improve products or services?
• Are there any disadvantages to setting up customer service?

51. Describe a person who you think wears unusual clothes

You should say:

• Who this person is

• How you knew this person
• What his/her clothes are like

And explain why you think his/her clothes are unusual

Part 3:

• Do you think what people wear can influence their mood?

• Do you think it is a good idea to buy clothes online?
• What kind of clothes do people wear in the workplace?
• What are the differences between clothes worn by old people and those by young
people?

52. Describe an intelligent person you know

You should say:

• Who this person is

• How you knew this person
• What this person does

And explain why you think this person is intelligent

Part 3:

• Are smart people happier than others?

• Do you think smart people tend to be selfish?
• Who do you think plays a more important role in a child’s development, teachers or
parents?
• Why are some children more intelligent than others?

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 53. Describe a beautiful sky you enjoyed seeing

You should say:

• Where you saw it

• Who you saw it with
• What you saw

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Should kids know more about stars and planets?

• Is high technology helpful for star watching?
• What kind of people are interested in stars?

54. Describe a goal you set that you tried your best to achieve

You should say:

• What it was
• When you set it
• What you did to achieve it

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Do people in your country set goals?

• Do people usually set long-term goals or short-term ones?
• Why is setting goals important in the workplace?
• What is the difference between goals set by old people and young people?

55. Describe a time when you saw children behave badly in public

You should say:

• Where it was
• What the children were doing
• How others reacted to it

And explain how you felt about it

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Part 3:

• What bad behavior do children usually have?

• How should parents stop their children from behaving badly in public?
• Are parents these days stricter than those in the past?
• Whose influence on children is more important, friends’ or parents’?

56. Describe an argument two of your friends had

You should say:

• When it happened
• What it was about
• How it was solved

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Do you think arguments are important?

• What do family members usually have arguments about?
• Is it easier for you to have arguments with your family or with your friends?
• Do you think people should change the way they think when having arguments?

57. Describe a person you disliked at first but ended up being friends with

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• How you knew him/her
• Why you disliked him/her at first but you changed your mind

And explain how you feel about the experience

Part 3:

• What do you think of making friends online?

• Is it a good idea to make friends with people who are much older than you?
• Do you enjoy meeting new people?
• Do you think friendship is important?
• Why is it important for some people to make friends with others?

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 58. Describe an article on health you read in a magazine or on the internet

You should say:

• What it was
• Where you read it
• Why you read it

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• How do today’s people keep healthy?

• Is it difficult to keep healthy?
• Where can people find information about keeping healthy?
• Do schools have the responsibility to provide health education?

59. Describe an impressive conversation you had that you remember well

You should say:

• Who you talked to

• When and where you had it
• What you talked about

And explain why you think it was impressive

Part 3:

• What topics do young people like to talk about?

• Is it important to have good communication skills at work?

60. Describe a skill that you think you can teach other people

You should say:

• What it is
• When you learned it
• How you can teach others

And explain how you feel about this skill

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Part 3:

• What are the differences between online and face-to-face teaching?

• What can be done to improve modern teaching methods?
• Should teachers be funny when they teach?
• What qualities should teachers have?
• Which do you think is more important, practical skills or academic skills?

61. Describe a film that made you laugh

You should say:

• What it is/When you watched it

• Who you watched it with

And explain why it made you laugh

Part 3:

• Do people like comedy?

• Why do people of all ages like cartoons?
• Why do some people like to make others laugh?
• Should teachers tell jokes in class?

62. Describe a shop/store you enjoy visiting

You should say:

• What the shop’s name is

• Where it is
• How often you visit it

And explain why you like to visit it

Part 3:

• Do people in your country go to the shopping mall frequently?

• How have people’s shopping habits changed in recent decades?
• Do you think shops and shopping malls will disappear in the future?
• What are the differences between shopping in street markets and big shopping
malls?

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 • What are the differences in the shopping habits of different age groups?

63. Describe a time when you were happy that someone persuaded you to do
something

You should say:

• When it happened
• What he/she persuaded you to do
• Why he/she persuaded you to do it

And explain whether you did it at last

Part 3:

• What would parents persuade their children to do?

• Who will children listen to more, their parents or their teachers?
• What impact does advertising have on children and their parents?

64. Describe a sports event you would like to watch

You should say:

• What it is
• Who you want to watch with
• Why you want to watch it

And explain how you feel about it

Part 3:

• What kinds of sports events are broadcast on TV or other media in your country?
• Do people in your country enjoy watching football games?
• Does encouragement and applause from the audience have an impact on athletes?
What are the impacts?

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 65. Describe a website that sells second-hand items

You should say:

• What it is
• How you found out about it
• What people can buy from it

And explain whether you like it

Part 3:

• Some people think it’s a waste to buy too many clothes for children. What do you
think?
• How do people usually handle the clothes they don’t want?
• Why do people buy second-hand clothes?
• What problems will occur if people don’t recycle?
• Should the government encourage people to recycle items?
• How do people in your country recycle various items they don’t want?

66. Describe an advertisement which introduced a product you have seen

You should say:

• When and where you saw the advertisement

• What the product was
• How you liked the advertisement

And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Where do we often see advertisements?

• What are the benefits of advertising?
• Are advertisements good or bad for children?
• How does advertising affect people?

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 67. Describe a time when you and some other people made a plan to do an activity

You should say:

• What it was
• When and where you made it
• What the activity was

And explain how you felt about the plan

Part 3:

• What kind of plans do young people often make?

• Why can’t people always follow their plans?
• Why do people make plans?
• Why do some people like to make plans while others just don’t like to?
• Are there any people who never make plans?

68. Describe an interesting decision that you and your friend made together

You should say:

• When and why you made the decision

• What the decision was about
• Why you made the decision together

And explain why you think it was interesting

Part 3:

• At what age do you think children can make decisions by themselves?

• What decisions can children make by themselves?

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