Ielts Speaking Vocabs Idioms
Ielts Speaking Vocabs Idioms
Ielts Speaking Vocabs Idioms
1. Gộp đề:
* (10+41+35)
10. Describe a person who just moved into your community and brought
positive influence
You should say:
Who this person is
When and where this person moved to your community
How you know this person
And explain how you feel about this person
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
* (9 + 30)
9. Describe a place you want to visit with you friends or family in the future
You should say:
Where do you want to go in the future
How do you think about
What to do in that place
And explain why do you want to go
30. Describe a place you would like to visit for a short time
You should say
Where is that place
Whom you will go there with
What you will do there
And explain why you would like to visit for a short time
* (34 + 16)
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
*Idioms:
- (to be) hot under the collar: cực kỳ tức giận
VD: Be careful what you say to the boss, he’s a little hot under the collar
today.
- (to) get on someone’s nerves: khiến ai đó tức giận
VD: My little brother really gets on my nerves when he won’t help me do
the house chores.
- Down in the dumps: Buồn, thất vọng = Disappointed
VD: Bobby lost his job last week. He’s been down in the dumps since.
Part3:
1. What kind of things advertise most in your country?
2. Newspaper advertising or online advertising more effective?
Can you name any other inventions that have made a big impact on
human society?
What do you think makes an invention "useful"?
What new invention(s) would you like to be available in the future?
What are some examples of inventions that are used in the home?
Do you think these inventions tend to make people lazy?
What are some examples of electronic or electrical equipment that are
used in schools (in classrooms)?
What kinds of new technology connected to health do you think might
appear in future?
*Idioms:
- Hand-me-down: đồ đã được anh/chị mặc rồi và để lại cho người em mặc
VD: Claudia had three older sisters, so she wore a lot of hand-me-downs.
- To be dressed up to the nines: mặc quần áo rất phong cách và thời trang,
thường cho một mục đích hoặc dịp cụ thể.
VD: All visitors are dressed up to the nines for the party.
- To be dressed to kill: ăn mặc một cách nổi bật, thu hút
VD: Laura was dressed to kill as she was the host of the party.
- From head to toe: từ đầu đến chân
VD: When going to a meeting, I always try to look good from head to
toe.
- Cost an arm and a leg: Rất đắt tiền
- Fit like a glove: Phù hợp, có kích thước và hình dạng hoàn hảo với một
người nào đó
VD: To look good, I think that people shouldn’t choose clothes that are
too big or too small, they need to fit like a glove.
popular. Part3
* Idioms:
- Push the boat out (= have a party)
VD: We really push the boat our during spring festival celebrations.
- Make merry (= drink and eat)
VD: People always make merry on New Year’s Eve.
- Slap-up meal (= big meal)
VD: There is usually a customary slap up meal.
- In high spirits (= happy)
VD: Everyone is in high spirits during the holiday.
- To ring in the New Year: đánh dấu sự chuyển giao nữa năm cũ và năm
mới
VD: We had a big party on the rooftop to ring in the new year.
Part3
1. Is it good for a kid to be ambitious?
2. What kind of games are played by the children of this generation?
3. Did parents encourage their children to play games?
4. Which is better, individual games or team-based games?
- take a trip down memory lane: Nhớ lại kỷ niệm xưa, hồi tưởng về quá
khứ.
- countless hours of joy: Vô số giờ vui vẻ.
- in the comfort of my own living room: Trong sự thoải mái của căn phòng
khách của riêng tôi.
- gaming console: Máy chơi game
- embark on a mission: Bắt đầu một nhiệm vụ
- the directional pad: Nút điều hướng, thường có dạng các mũi tên để điều
khiển di chuyển trong trò chơi.
- captivating: Lôi cuốn
- develop various skills: Phát triển các kỹ năng khác nhau
- gaming addiction: sự nghiện game
- virtual world: thế giới ảo
- adventure game: trò chơi phiêu lưu
- racing game: trò chơi tốc độ
- role-playing: trò chơi nhập vai
- fighting game: trò chơi đối kháng
- educational: mang tính giáo dục
- stimulate: Kích thích, khuyến khích hoạt động hoặc sự phát triển.
VD: Educational games are designed to stimulate children's curiosity and
cognitive abilities.
- social interaction: sự tương tác với xã hội
VD: Multiplayer online games provide opportunities for social interaction
and collaboration with other players.
*Idioms:
- Go the extra mile: to make an additional effort or exert extra effort beyond
what is expected or required.
VD: In order to succeed in this game, you have to go the extra mile and
put in the necessary practice.
- Gaming addiction has him in its clutches: bị mất kiểm soát và bị ảnh
hưởng của chứng nghiện game
VD: He used to be a top student, but now gaming addiction has him in its
clutches, affecting his academic performance.
- Glued to the screen: Mắt dính chặt vào màn hình
VD: He's been glued to the screen, playing games non-stop.
8. Describe a time when you spend time with a child
You should say
Who the Child
is
How you know him/her
Why you spent time with him/her
And explain what you did when you were together
Part 3:
1. Are sweets a good thing to reward children?
2. Do parents in your country spend a lot of time with their children?
3. Why do children tend to be happier than adults?
9. Describe a place you want to visit with you friends or family in the
future
You should say:
Where do you want to go in the
future How do you think about
What to do in that place
And explain why do you want to
go Part3:
1. What are the difference between travel today and past?
2. Why did people like to explore new places to develop the tourism
industry?
3. Why is this place popular? Where do you think people want to go most
during the holidays?
- Stunning beaches: Bãi biển tuyệt đẹp
- Vibrant marine life :Cuộc sống dưới biển đầy sức sống
- Be captivated by :Bị quyến rũ bởi
- A perfect getaway Điểm đến lý tưởng để nghỉ dưỡng
- The sound of waves crashing against the shore: Tiếng sóng vỗ bờ
- Pristine beaches: Bãi biển nguyên sơ
- Soak up the sun :Tắm nắng
- Take refreshing dips :Tắm mát, ngâm mình
- Colorful coral reefs: Rặng san hô đầy màu sắc
- The clear turquoise waters: Nước biển xanh ngọc trong
- The bustling markets: Các chợ sầm uất
- Delicious local cuisine: Ẩm thực địa phương ngon lành
- Vibrant cities: Những thành phố sôi động.
- Enchanting (adj): mê hoặc
- Picturesque (adj): đẹp như tranh vẽ
- Create lasting memories with my loved ones : Tạo dấu ấn lâu dài cùng
người thân yêu
10. Describe a person who just moved into your community and
brought positive influence
You should say:
Who this person is
When and where this person moved to your
community How you know this person
And explain how you feel about this person
Part 3:
1. What kinds of people tend to live by themselves?
2. What skills do you think young people need to learn in order
to live independently?
3. How can parents and teachers help young people to live independently?
Part3:
1. What benefits does public transport bring to the world?
2. Is it too late for people to get a driver’s license at the age of 18?
3. What’s the difference between men’s and women’s preference for cars?
4. What are the differences between bicycles and private cars?
* Idioms:
- To hit the road: begin a journey
VD: All members in the family are ready to hit the road
- Hustle and bustle: chốn xô bồ, đông đúc
VD: You need to go somewhere to escape the hustle and bustle of this
modern city.
- Break the journey: dừng lại nghỉ ngơi trong 1 chuyến đi dài
VD: We broke the journey at many beautiful places, where we took photos.
- Thirst for adventure: Khao khát đi phiêu lưu
VD: She has a thirst for adventure. She just can’t stop traveling.
Part3:
1. What types of the shop would you recommend a visit to your country
should go to? (Why?)
2. Do you ever buy anything on the internet?
3. What do you think are the advantages of buying things on the internet?
4. In your country, how has shopping changed in the past few decades?
- in the heart of downtown : ở trung tâm khu trung tâm thành phố
- is beautifully designed : được thiết kế đẹp mắt
- popular shopping destination: địa điểm mua sắm nổi tiếng
- provide a variety of choices: cung cấp nhiều sự lựa chọn khác nhau
- prime location: vị trí đắc địa
VD: The restaurant has a prime location, right in the center of the city.
- well-organised: được sắp xếp cẩn thận
- visually appealing: thu hút tầm nhìn
VD: The artwork in the gallery was visually appealing
- price points: các mức giá tiền khác nhau
VD: The store offers products at various price points, from affordable to
high-end.
- a delightful experience: một trải nghiệm thú vị
- finding a great deal : Tìm được một món hàng với giá hợp lý hoặc giảm
giá đặc biệt.
VD: She loves going to thrift stores and finding great deals on vintage
clothing.
- shopping habit: thói quen mua sắm
- a few blocks away from : cách vài tòa nhà
- up-to-date products: các sản phẩm mới nhất
- well-stocked: trữ lượng hàng hóa đầy đủ
- affordable/ reasonable price: có thể chi trả được, giá cả hợp lý
- a go-to destination: một nơi phải đến
- handcrafted products: sản phẩm thủ công
- cutting-edge/ most advanced products: sản phẩm tân tiến, hiện đại
- budget-conscious shoppers: người mua sắm để ý về giá tiền, luôn cân
nhắc kỹ lưỡng khi mua
- decoration (n): trang trí
- welcoming/inviting atmosphere: không gian cởi mở, chào đón
- on a daily basis: thường xuyên
- in-person experience: trải nghiệm thực tế, trực tiếp
- products = goods = items
- customer service: dịch vụ chăm sóc khách hàng
- knock-down price: giá cực rẻ
- buy = purchase: mua
- a shopaholic: người nghiện mua sắm
* Idioms:
- Shop till you drop: mua sắm đến khi mệt lả
VD: She loves shopping so much, she can shop till she drops!
- To pay over the odd: trả nhiều tiền cho cái gì đó
VD: She definitely paid over the odds for that dress
- Shopping therapy: giải tỏa stress bằng cách đi mua sắm
VD: She was very upset so I took her into town for some shopping therapy
13. Describe a crowded place you have been to
You should say:
Where the place is
When you went
there Whom you
went there
And explain how you felt about this crowded place.
Part3:
1. Do you think people enjoy going to crowded places? Why?
2. How do you think people should deal with traffic congestion?
3. Where is the most crowded place in your city?
4. People behave differently in crowded places, why do you think this
happens?
Part3:
1. What kind of books they like to read and why they can learn from them?
2. Vietnamese people whether they prefer to read on paper or electronically?
* Idioms:
- A page-turner: 1 cuốn sách hay (không thể ngừng đọc)
VD: Her last novel is a real page - turner
- To be a big reader: người đọc nhiều sách
- Read from cover to cover : đọc từ đầu tới cuối cuốn sách
VD: This book was so exciting that I read it from cover to cover in no time
15. Describe an interesting talk or speech
You should say
When you heard it
Where you heard it
What it was about
And explain why you think it was interesting.
Part3:
1. What benefits does the internet bring to communication?
2. Which one is better, being a communicator or a listener?
3. Will Vietnamese people feel nervous when it comes to public speaking?
- The speech was delivered by …: bài nói được trình bày bởi …
- auditorium: khán phòng
- enthusiastic: hăng hái, nhiệt tình
- the speaker: diễn giả
- give a talk about sth : thuyết trình về cái gì đó
- blew my mind: mở mang đầu óc
- widen/broaden/deepen my knowledge: mở rộng kiến thức, hiểu biết
- have a profound impact on: gây ảnh hưởng sâu sắc đến
- captivate the audience: lôi cuốn và thu hút sự chú ý của khán giả
- informative (adj): hữu ích, có giá trị
- fascinating (adj): thú vị, hấp dẫn
- thought-provoking (adj): gợi nhiều suy nghĩ sâu sắc
- touched my spirit: ảnh hưởng sâu sắc đến tôi
- evoked my sympathy: khiến tôi cảm thấy xúc động
- inspirational voice: giọng nói truyền cảm
- positive messages: những thông điệp tích cực
- amazing spiritual talk : bài nói truyền cảm hứng tuyệt vời
- live life to the fullest : sống hết mình
- The thing that attracts me enormously about this talk is … : điều mà
hấp dẫn tôi thực sự về buổi nói chuyện này chính là…
- I was truly touched by what he/she said: tôi đã thực sự xúc động bởi
những gì anh ấy/cô ấy nói
- Public speaker: người nói trước công chúng
Part3:
1. What kind of sports do you think most people like?Why?
2. Do you play sports professionally or make friends?
3. What’s the difference between playing sports on your own and playing
sports in a group?
*Idioms:
- Cost an arm and a leg/ Cost a fortune: Đắt
VD: I bet that this house costs an arm and a leg! Just look at its
appearance.
18. Describe an expensive gift that you want to give someone if you
save a lot of money
Part3:
1. Is it easy for people to save money to buy expensive items?
2. How do you choose presents for others if you don’t know what they
like? Is it difficult to buy the right present?
3. How do you think about people giving money to charity organization?
4. What do young people like to save money to buy?
Part 3:
1. What's the difference between outdoor sports and indoor sports?
2. What kinds of water sports are popular nowadays?
3. Why should we develop water transport?
4. Do you think it is necessary for everyone to learn to swim?
*Idioms:
- I'm absolutely itching to give it a try: tôi rất nôn nóng muốn được thử nó
20. Describe a movie you watched that made you feel depressed
You should say:
What it was
When you watched it
Who you watched it
with Why you didn’t
like it
And explain why you felt disappointed
Part 3:
1. Do you believe movie reviews?
2. What movies do people like to watch in your country?
3. Are historical films popular in your country?Why?
4. Do you think films with famous actors or actresses be more popular?
- fall short of my expectations : không đạt được mong đợi của tôi
- disjointed : thiếu sự liên kết, không mạch lạc
- shallow : nông cạn, hời hợt
- lackluster : mờ nhạt, không đáng chú ý
- subplots : nhân vật phụ, cốt truyện phụ
- character development : phát triển nhân vật
- protagonist = main character : nhân vật chính
- directed by: được đạo diễn bởi
- stunning visuals: cảnh quay đẹp mắt
- intriguing plot: cốt truyện hấp dẫn
- convoluted: phức tạp, khó hiểu
- hard to follow: khó theo dõi
- poorly developed: phát triển kém
- let down : thất vọng
VD: I felt let down by that film.
- high expectations: kỳ vọng cao
- predictable (adj) : dễ đoán trước được
- pathetic : thảm hại, tệ hại
- headline actors : diễn viên chính
- the plot lacked depth and failed to develop the characters adequately:
cốt truyện thiếu chiều sâu và không phát triển được các nhân vật một cách
toàn diện
- the dialogue felt cliché and lacked the emotional impact: lời thoại khá
sáo rỗng và thiếu cảm xúc
21. Describe an occasion when you got lost
You should say:
Where you
were What
happened How
you felt
And explain how you found your way
Part 3:
1 How do people react when they get lost?
2 Why do some people have a good sense of
direction? 3: Is a paper map still necessary?
4. With mobile phones and these electronic products with navigation is
it easy for people to get lost?
5. What kind of problems do old people have when they get lost?
Part 3:
1. What kind of professions are related to giving information to others?
2. What is the difference between giving information by phone and email?
3. How can people check whether a piece of information is correct or not?
4. Do people trust the information online?
* Idioms:
- To be led down the garden path: bị lừa
VD: I trusted my friend's advice, but it turns out they led me down the
garden path. The information they gave me was completely wrong.
- To swallow someone's story hook, line, and sinker: tin tưởng ai đó hoàn
toàn mà không đặt câu hỏi về độ tin cậy
VD: I trusted his explanation without questioning it and swallowed his
story hook, line, and sinker. Little did I know, he was feeding me false
information.
Part3:
1. What kind of personality should a person have to be able to take risks?
2. Will a lot of adventures expand your horizons?
3. Why do they like to read adventure stories instead of experiencing them?
*Idioms:
- Once in a blue moon: hiếm khi = rarely
VD: An adventure like this comes once in a blue moon, and I don't want to
miss out on the opportunity.
- Take the plunge: làm điều gì đó quan trọng hay khó khăn mà đã đắn đo từ
lâu, quyết tâm hành động
VD: I'm ready to take the plunge and embark on an exhilarating
(= thrilling) adventure like never before.
- Off the beaten path: Đến một địa điểm hẻo lánh, một nơi ít người lui tới,
nằm ngoài khu vực trung tâm
VD: I want to explore off the beaten path and unravel the hidden gems of
this world.
24. Describe an important decision
You should say:
What the decision was
When you took the decision
What the results of the decision was
And explain why you made that decision
Part3:
1. Why is it difficult for young men to make an important decision?
2. How can we know we make a good decision?
3. Should parents let their children make a decision?
*Idioms:
- At a crossroad : đang ở thời điểm quan trọng mà cần phải đưa ra quyết
định làm thay đổi mọi thứ
VD: I find myself at a crossroads, having to make an important decision
that will shape my future.
- Between a rock and a hard place: ở trong một tình thế cực kỳ khó khăn
khi phải lựa chọn giữa một trong hai phương án
VD: I'm caught between a rock and a hard place; no matter what I decide,
it won't be easy.
- A fork in the road: một thời điểm quyết định trong cuộc đời
VD: I'm at a fork in the road, and I must decide which path to take.
25. Describe a job you think is interesting you should say: (TEACHER)
What it is
When you started concerning about this job
Why you think it is interesting
And explain how you like it
Part 3:
1. What jobs are popular among younger people in VietNam?
2. What are the differences people choose jobs between now and in the
past?
3. Which is more important, the people you work with or the job you do?
* Idioms:
- Burn the midnight oil: làm việc chăm chỉ
VD: It is very very hard assignment, and I had to burn the midnight oil to
get it completed on time
Part 3:
1. Should everyone know history?
2. In what ways can children learn history?
3. Is it hard to protect and preserve historic buildings?
4. Who should pay for the preservation of historic buildings?
5. Will museums be replaced by technology someday?
- the stone age: thời kỳ đồ đá
- the medieval period: thời kì Trung Cổ
- historical highlights: những sự kiện nổi bật trong lịch sử
VD: Vietnam war, which ends in 1975, is one of the historical highlights
of our country.
- Historical figure : 1 nhân vật lịch sử nổi tiếng, có tầm ảnh hưởng lớn
- An indispensable part of school’s curriculum: một phần không thể tách
rời trong chương trình học chính khoá
- Vietnam war: chiến tranh Việt Nam
- Develop one’s patriotism: nuôi dưỡng lòng ái quốc
VD: History helps young people feel connected with the past and develop
their patriotism.
- Milestone : 1 cột mốc đáng nhớ, 1 mốc son chói lọi trong lịch sử
- Invader : kẻ xâm lược
- Defend their land against outside intruders: bảo vệ tổ quốc khỏi giặc
ngoại xâm
VD: Children are taught about how their ancestors defend their land
against outside intruders
- Take pride in one's origin: Tự hào về cội nguồn tổ tiên của mình
- Bloody revolution: một cuộc cách mạng đẫm máu
- Soldier : binh lính
- Peasant: nông dân, nông nô
- Uprising (n): khởi nghĩa
- Historical backgrounds: bối cảnh lịch sử
- Colonization: sự thuộc địa hóa
- Defeat (v): đánh bại
- No guarantee of the accuracy of information obtained: không có sự
chắc chắn về tính chính xác của thông tin
- Cause tremendous damage to: gây ra tổn thất nặng nề cho thứ gì đó
- Pay tribute to: tưởng nhớ ai
- Prominent leader: vị lãnh tụ kiệt xuất
- Decisiveness: lòng kiên định
- determination: sự quyết tâm
- a harsh life: một cuộc sống khó khăn
*Idioms:
- Bear in mind: khắc ghi
VD: This historical milestone is a time that I always bear in mind.
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:
Part3
1. What are the most popular and least popular apps in VietNam?
2. What’s the difference between the Internet and television?
3. Why do people like to read the news on the Internet instead of on TV?
4. Is the library still necessary? Why?
5. What kinds of people would still go to the library to read and study?
*Idioms:
- Goldmine of information: kho tàng thông tin
- Well-oiled machine: hoạt động hiệu quả, nhanh
VD: The website is a well-oiled machine
Part3
1. What technology do people currently use?
2. Why do big companies introduce new products frequently?
3. Why are people so keen on buying Iphones even though they haven’t
changed much from one to the next?
*Idioms:
- Run into a buzz saw: Gặp phải sự cố nghiêm trọng và bất ngờ
Part3
1. Do people prefer planned travel?
2. Why do places with historical attractions develop tourism more
aggressively?
3. Why do you think people usually travel?
4. Why does living in tourist cities experience more noise?
* Idioms:
- Raring to go: rất háo hức để làm điều gì
VD: The kids can’t wait to go camping. They’re raring to go!
Part3
1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of eating in restaurants?
2. Do you think having dinner at home is a good idea?
3. Do young people like to spend time with their families or friends?
4. What do you think are the benefits of having dinner together?
5. Do you think people are less willing to cook meals by themselves these
days, compared to the past?
Part 3
1. What are the reasons for job change?
2. Are big companies better than small companies? Why?
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages coming along with changing
jobs?
4. What would parents prepare for their kids when they first go to school?
5. How do children socialise with each other?
6. Is socialisation important for children?
*Idioms:
- Full of joys of spring: vui vẻ, hào hứng
VD: I feel like full of joys of spring because …
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:
1. Are you a punctual person?
2. Do you think it is important to be on time?
3. Do you always avoid being late?
4. Why are people often late for meeting or appointments?
5. Why do people miss important events?
6. Are people in your country often late for meetings?
- Behind the eight ball: chỉ hoàn cảnh khó khăn mà một người nào đó
không thể giải quyết được
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
Part3:
1. Is it important to have a break during work or study?
2. What sports do young people like to do now?
3. Are there more activities for young people now than 20 years ago?
4. Do adults and children have enough time for leisure activities nowadays?
- After-school sports clubs: câu lạc bộ thể thao sau giờ học
- School gymnasium: nhà thể chất trong trường
- Teach us the basics of the game: dạy những điều cơ bản của trò chơi
- Stay active: duy trì sự chủ động
- Socialize with my friends: giao lưu với các bạn
- Challenge myself: thử thách bản thân
- Improve my physical and mental agility: cải thiện sự linh hoạt của thể
chất và suy nghĩ
- To blow the competition away: chiến thắng cuộc thi
- To get into shape = To keep fit: Cơ thể cân đối, khỏe mạnh;
- To build muscle = To gain muscle mass: Có cơ bắp
- Badminton racket: vợt cầu lông
- Shuttlecock: quả cầu lông
- Flexibility: sự linh hoạt, dẻo dai
- Stamina (n): sức bền
- Take up: bắt đầu 1 thói quen, môn thể thao
- Opponent: đối thủ
- Teammate: đồng đội
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
Part3:
*Idioms:
- On the same wavelength: cùng tần số
- Get on like a house on fire: Nhanh chóng trở thành bạn tốt
= Hit it off
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
Part3:
1. Why is it difficult for some people to relax?
2. What are the benefits of doing exercise?
3. Do people in your country exercise after work?
4. What is the place where people spend most of their time in their home?
*Idioms:
- recharge my batteries : nghỉ ngơi để lấy lại năng lượng
Part3:
1. Is it interesting to be an actor/actress?
2. What can children learn from acting?
3. Why do children like special costumes?
4. What are the differences between actors/actresses who earn much and
those who earn little?
5. What are the differences between acting in a theater and in a film?
- "I took on the role of a guide, explaining each concept in a clear and
concise manner.": Tôi đã đảm nhận vai trò hướng dẫn, giải thích từng khái
niệm một cách rõ ràng và ngắn gọn.
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
Part3:
1. Is it good to share something on social media?
2. Should the media only publish good news?
3. How does social media help people access information?
4. What kind of good news do people often share in the community?
5. Do most people like to share good news with others?
6. Do people like to hear good news from their friends?
*Idioms:
- blood, sweat and tears: nhiều công sức, mồ hôi nước mắt
VD: His success wasn't due to luck; it was blood, sweat and tears all the
way
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:
1. How much air pollution is there in your country?
2. Different about pollution in the countryside and city? Why?
3. How can the government encourage people to keep their city clean?
Part 3:
1. Do you think old people and young people can share interests?
2. What can old people teach young people?
3. Are there benefits when one person is interested in another person? Why?
*Idioms:
- as fit as a fiddle (idiom): healthy and strong – khỏe mạnh
42. Describe a time when someone give you something that you
really interested in
You should say:
What it is
How you got it
What you did
And explain how you felt about it
Part3:
1. Should employees have their own goals?
2. How should bosses reward employees?
3. What kinds of gifts do young people like to receive as rewards?
Part3:
* Idioms:
- Over the moon = Extremely happy
44. Describe a new development in the area where you live (e.g
shopping mall, park,)
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
Part3:
1. What transportation do you use the most?
2. Is public transportation popular in VietNam?
3. What can be improved in public transport services?
4. What leisure facilities can be used by people of all ages?
5. Do you think young people in your country like to go to the cinema?
- in the heart of the city: trung tâm thành phố
- entertainment options: những sự lựa chọn giải trí
- international brands: thương hiệu quốc tế
- I was blown away by its sheer size and grandeur: bị choáng ngợp bởi -
quy mô và sự hoành tráng của nó
- architecture: kiến trúc
- a far cry from: khác xa so với
- high-end boutiques: các cửa hàng thời trang cao cấp
- locally-owned shops: các cửa hàng được sở hữu địa phương
- state-of-the-art cinema complex: trung tâm rạp chiếu phim hiện đại.
- cutting-edge = state of the art: hiện đại, tân tiến
- forms / modes / methods / means of public transport: hình thức giao
thông công cộng
- high-end stores: cửa hàng cao cấp
- modern amenities: tiện nghi hiện đại
- recreational facilities: phương tiện giải trí.
- architectural marvel: kỳ quan kiến trúc
- the coverage of public transportation routes: mức độ phủ sóng của các
tuyến giao thông công cộng
- modernizing: hiện đại hóa
- cleanliness : sự sạch sẽ
- community centers: các trung tâm cộng đồng
45. Describe a noisy place you have been to
Follow Questions: Do you want to come back to this place again
Part3:
1. Why do people like to make a loud noise?
2. The difference between the noise in the city and the countryside?
3. Why there are noise in the city and countryside?
4. Do you think children usually make a loud noise?
5. Where do children usually make a loud noise?
6. Why do people like to go to places where have many noise?
Part3:
1. What are the characteristics that good co-workers need?
2. What benefits if you are surrounded by good co-workers?
3. What would happen if the co-workers are not good?
4. Are there values if managers build good relationships with the
workers who work underneath them?
5. Is it good for workers if the company applies sports facilities for them?
6. Are knowledgeable people popular at work?
Part3:
1. What’s the most popular thing to learn nowadays?
2. At what age should children start making their own decisions? Why?
3. Which makes young people choose a major, income or interest?
4. Do young people take their parents’ advice on choosing a major?
5. Besides parents, who else would people take advice from?
6. Why do some people prefer to study alone?
48. Describe a person you know who likes to help others (or, who
often helps others).
You should say:
Who this person is
How you know them (= him or her)
When you knew or when you first met this person
Where this person lives
What kind of person he or she is
And explain why this person (likes to help) helps others.
Part 3
Do people in your country like helping others?
Why do some people not like to help others?
What are some ways that neighbors can help each other?
Do you think community spirit has increased (or improved)
compared to years ago, or has it decreased?
How can people have good relations with their neighbours?
What do you think are the advantages of having good relations with
one's neighbours?
49. Describe a routine you have in your life that you enjoy
You should say:
What it is
How often do you do it
Is it easy to stick to that routine
And explain how you feel
about it
Part 3
1. What routine do people have at home?
2. What routine does the elderly have?
3. What are the benefits of having a routine for kids at school?
Part 3
1. What do you think is the most important memory for children?
2. What should adults remember?
3. How can we improve our memories?
4. What can help us to remember our childhood memories?
5. Why do you think some people can remember things easily?
*Idioms:
- A trip down memory lane: Hồi tưởng lại quá khứ, kỷ niệm
VD: Looking through old photo albums was a wonderful trip down
memory lane.