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PREPARATION FOR SPEAKING SITUATIONS You now have ONE minute to read the task carefully and another ONE minute to the task as you are instructed to 1/ If you could invest on one of the followings – planting forests, building zoos and researching about biodiversity, which one might be your best choice? Why? From my perspective, planting forest might be the best choice because of some following reasons First, speaking of environmental goals, planting forest can regulate water cycles, halt soil erosion and restore wildlife habitat They also often have socioeconomic goals, like alleviating poverty Sometimes, reforestation projects plant a mix of native and non-native species to both promote the restoration of the ecosystem and provide timber or other forest products that can boost local economies and reduce logging pressure in native forests 2/ You are going to recommend a university for your cousin to study Among a university in USA, a university in Japan and a university in Vietnam, which one you recommend? Why? I prefer US education US state education is based on the belief that every child, regardless of their background, be entitled to a good education Children are amazingly resilient and adapt extraordinarily well to their schools Allowing your child to experience their education through their local state school will see them thrive and adapt to our society It shown by all US children aged five to sixteen are entitled to free education at a state school Besides, the school terms are well-organized and spaced out in a timely manner 3/ You are going to buy a book for your little brother as a present Among the following kinds of book: a comic book, a fairy tale and a scientific book, which one might be your best choice? Why? I will choose comic books for my little brother Comic books are childlike enough for my brother and it helps him to relax Besides, comics combine the power of written language with the power of pictures, thus my little brother could understand all of the content that the writer wanted to transmit Don’ choose these two other options: - Scientific books are too difficult for a little boy He will need it in the future - Fairy tales are full of impossible tasks Fabricated stories based on fiction not fact, serve to mislead and misdirect 4/ You are looking for a place to live in Hanoi Among a small house in the city centre, a flat near your university/ a company and a big house in the countryside, which one would be your best choice? Why? As you know, most people work at the company at least hours a day It is convenient if you choose a location near the company to live Every day you don't need to spend too much time moving between two places So you will have more time for yourself and your family Besides, you can also walk from home to work This is great for fitness And finally, the financial problem, with the current high gasoline price, if you choose an apartment near the company, you will save a lot And also because of the above benefits, a flat near a company would be a great choice 5/ You are going to take a foreign friend to a festival Which one might be your best choice: MidAutumn festival, Hung King temple festival or Lim festival? Why? Each festival has its own unique character However, if I had to choose one festival to bring my foreign friends to visit, I would choose Hung King temple festival This countrywide holiday celebrates the lives of the ancient Vietnamese rulers during the Hong Bang period Known as the Hung Kings these fearless leaders are the subjects of Vietnamese folktales Every year, the Hung Kings’ Temple Festival is a display of Vietnamese culture and national pride Coming to this festival, I can tell my friends stories about Hung King, and at the same time you can follow the festival's activities such as Festival procession, elephant parade, and musical performances and performances, Vietnamese songs I am sure that through this festival, foreign friends will understand more about Vietnam 6/ You are going to buy a CD as a present for your parents on their birthday Among a rock CD, a rap CD and a folk music CD, which one is your best choice? Why? From my point of view, I strongly believe that a folk music CD will be the best choice among three options: a rock CD, a rap CD and a folk music CD because of the following reasons Firstly, my parents love this kind of music - Folk music has gentle melody, close and simple words, very suitable for my parents ' age Secondly, folk songs are easy to sing, easy to memorize and my parents often sing when they are happy, when there is a festival, even while working and singing Buying a CD of folk music for my parents will help my parents ' spiritual life be richer, love life more, and thus their health will be better Finally, I don’t choose other options because they are not suitable to them In fact, a rock CD and a rap CD are suitable to young people To sum up, for all reasons I put above, I will choose a folk music CD as the best present for my parents 7/ As a member of a Green organization, which one you think is the most practical to protect the environment: going to school by bike, using paper package and planting more trees Why? 8/ As a member of a Green organization, which one you think is the most practical to protect the environment: going to school by bike, using paper package and planting more trees Why? Today I’m going to talk about how to protect the environment As a member of a Green organization, I think there are many ways to it, such as going to school by bike, using paper package or planting more trees…In my point of view, going to school by bike is the best way protect the environment because of the following reasons: Firstly, cycling can reduces air pollution Air pollution is the term given to the small particles, chemicals and gases that are released into the air Motorized road transport contributes to air pollution through its use of fuels By choosing to walk and cycle a journey rather than using a car you are helping to reduce air pollution And this decrease in car travel would mean a potential saving of approximately 2,500 tons of carbon dioxide equivalents A huge win for cleaning up our air Secondly, cycling creates a need for more green spaces If more people walk or cycle, we’ll need more traffic-free spaces And many of these will be green spaces Areas with trees, plants and wildlife This is important for the environment because trees and other plants take some of the carbon dioxide out of the air Better air quality and green, open spaces are not only good for the environment but they're also good for our physical health and for our mental health too Last but not least, cycling reduces noise pollution Noise pollution is unwanted or disturbing sounds that affect the health and wellbeing of humans and animals When certain birds leave a certain forest, that forest may start to decline This is linked to biodiversity and shows the complex, natural systems our environment requires Walking or cycling helps to reduce the number of motor vehicles using the roads, lowering congestion and the noise that comes from engines Less noise from vehicles and idle traffic helps local wildlife to stay and thrive In conclusion, going to school by bike is the best way protect the environment TOPICS Kim Thu 10 Kim Thu 11 Jonathan 12 Vũ Phạm Lan Anh You have minutes to deliver a speech of the topic given You are expected to include three parts of a speech, namely Introduction, Development and Conclusion with the use of some linking words 1/ “There are a lot of complaints about restaurants in Vietnam” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Which are most popular in your country: fast food restaurants or traditional ones? Some people say that food in an expensive restaurant is always better than that in a cheap one – would you agree? Some people believe that there are a lot of complaints about VNese restaurant, from my opinion, I partly agree with this ideal In recent years, the restaurant business in Vietnam has grown in both scale and quality However, there are still many complaints about the restaurant The first thing to mention is the complaints about the unprofessional service style For example: Restaurants let customers wait too long, waiters don't care about customer needs, waiters bring wrong dishes, customers come first but are served later The second is complaints about food quality, food hygiene and safety issues, for example: guests see worms or hair in the dish The third is the complaints about the restaurant's infrastructure or the noise caused by other guests In general, restaurants in Vietnam have many aspects that have not satisfied the majority of customers, but it is undeniable that they have tried very hard and customer services are increasingly focused and served better In particular, it is not possible to generalize all of the restaurants with complaints because there are still many restaurants that serve very well and receive compliments from customers After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Which are most popular in your country: fast food restaurants or traditional ones? They’re both popular, but it different ways and for different reasons I think fast food restaurants are popular for grabbing a quick bite or snack, as they are ‘fast’ and you can usually find one nearby Traditional restaurants are more popular for special occasions or going out for lunch or dinner at the weekend when people have more time to sit and enjoy the food and the ambience or atmosphere of the place They usually cost more too, so maybe people don’t go as often, but they’re still popular I don’t think anyone would consider going to a fast food place for a special occasion – unless it was a kid’s birthday party or something similar, in that case it makes a lot of sense, as some of these places cater specially for such events Some people say that food in an expensive restaurant is always better than that in a cheap one – would you agree? No, I would not agree with this statement Generally, expensive restaurants have better cooks, a better environment and offer better service but this is always not the case From my personal experience, I can say that I have many times enjoyed my dinner in a comparatively cheaper restaurant than in an expensive restaurant My friends also have similar experiences 2/ “There are many changes of shopping over the last decade” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: What are your shopping habits? Do you think online shopping will replace small shops in the future? Why? Retail has changed in a big way Let’s look at some of the forces that are shaping the shopping experience for customers These changes affect many groups of people, including mall owners, developers, store owners, and shoppers The indoor malls often featured anchor stores and smaller shops on multiple floors, plus a food court Over the years, malls injected all kinds of other entertainment elements into the retail experience They became destinations for families, teenagers, and even tourists A family could spend nearly an entire day at the mall, as the mall acted as a sort of community center where people could shop for products but also interact with others and experience cultural events Besides, the online shopping experience has altered things As we look to the future, younger millennials are even more likely to shop online than older ones Customers prioritize convenience as they receive electronics, clothing, groceries, and household items at their doorsteps These pressures have pushed traditional shopping malls to innovate Malls are becoming engaging places and cultural hotspots where people can experience things These days, instead of just passively shopping, visitors can also meet at a variety of restaurants or take in several entertainment options What are your shopping habits? I'm a shopaholic but I don't have a lot of money I usually shop for my clothes at online shop One advantage of shopping online is that I can save time, I can still shop even without having to leave the house One disadvantage of shopping online is that you may be tricked I really like to buy sale off items because I can save a lot of money When I shop online, I often take some factors into consideration such as: price, customer review, product origin Do you think online shopping will replace small shops in the future? Why? No, I not think so Though almost all of us have an access to the Internet we still go to the shopping malls and buy something there and it happens for several reasons: - you can it at any time you want; - you love the process itself (go, try, check the quality, to be served and etc); - you can it with someone else and you just enjoy There are so many reasons why we still it and why we love it, so I not think that shopping malls can be replaced The same reason as for the books published We have e-books, but most of us still love reading the paper books :) 3/ “There are a lot of complaints about restaurants in Vietnam” (Giống câu 1) Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Which are most popular in your country: fast food restaurants or traditional ones? Some people say that food in an expensive restaurant is always better than that in a cheap one – would you agree? 4/ “There are many problems with education in Vietnam” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: What are the differences between the traditional and modern educational system in Vietnam? What should be done to reduce educational problems in Vietnam? Education plays a foremost role in the life of Vietnamese Not only is the dedication to learning one of society’s central values, but education is as well recognized as a chance of progression There are many problems which should be solved in Vietnam nowadays In modern times, education has also changed a lot compared to the traditional teaching method First, the application of technology in teaching is more and more widespread and professional Especially during the current COVID-19 period For example, now classes take place online without going to school, tests are also graded right after the test without waiting for teachers to grade and students also have many skills in using technology and computers count more Secondly, the economy is one of the problems that makes it difficult for many families with many children to send their children to online learning during this period Families with large numbers of children must purchase more high-tech devices for their children's learning For the above reasons, Vietnam needs to solve the following problems Children sitting at the computer too much will lead to weak eyes Vietnam's near-sightedness rate increased sharply during the two COVID-19 years from 2019 to 2021 Another problem is that wealthy families often send money abroad, affecting the domestic economy because the money spent on education is very expensive as high as other countries: Australia, UK, USA, etc The government needs to have policies to attract talented people to return home as well as increase investment in domestic schools, allowing international schools in the country to operate strongly stronger In short, it is necessary to have appropriate policies from the government to improve the problem that Vietnam is facing 5/ “There are many changes in housing in housing in your hometown” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Are people more or less interested in attending the festival? Why? What should be done to promote a regional festival? My hometown has now changed skin and flesh and has gradually become new and much more beautiful My hometown welcomes those who come here with a beautiful welcome gate People cleverly pull and attach the image of two golden dragons together and the image of lotus leaves and lotus flowers The words "Welcome to the guest!" always sparkling in the sun like a warm welcome of the mountains In the past, my hometown was mainly forests and mountains The streets are deserted and few people pass by When I was a child, my country road was a mixed road with high places and low places Now, the rough road that day has been replaced by a wide, smooth asphalt road Thanks to convenient roads, vehicular traffic is also increasingly busy Day by day, the cars drove bon bon towards the distant fields to harvest crops On the two sides of the road, rows of houses grew close together No longer the sparse look of the previous day, my hometown is busy and bustling In the distance, houses were also built spaciously among the green trees Watching the natural landscape change day by day, I suddenly felt a surge of pride, telling myself that I must study hard to try to build a richer and more beautiful homeland Quê hương em thay da đổi thịt dần trở nên mẻ, đẹp đẽ nhiều Q tơi đón đặt chân tới cổng chào đẹp Người ta khéo kéo gắn hình hai rồng vàng chụm vào hình sen, bơng sen rực rỡ Dịng chữ “Kính chào quý khách!” lúc lấp lánh nắng chào đón nồng nhiệt vùng núi non Xưa kia, quê chủ yếu rừng núi Đường xá vắng vẻ người qua lại Khi tơi cịn bé, đường q tơi đường cấp phối với chỗ cao chỗ trũng Bây giờ, đường gồ ghề ngày thay đường nhựa rộng rãi, láng mịn Nhờ có đường xá thuận tiện, xe cộ lại ngày tấp nập Ngày ngày, xe chạy bon bon phía cánh đồng xa để thu hoạch vụ mùa Hai ven đường, dãy nhà mọc lên san sát Chẳng cịn vẻ thưa thớt ngày trước, q tơi tấp nập nhộn nhịp hẳn Ở đằng xa, nhà xây dựng khang trang bóng xanh Ngắm nhìn cảnh thiên nhiên thay đổi ngày, em cảm thấy dâng lên thứ xúc cảm tự hào, tự nhủ phải cố gắng học hành để cố gắng xây dựng quê hương thêm giàu đẹp After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Are people more or less interested in attending the festival? Why? (Ít nhiều người thích tham dự lễ hội Vì sao?) Each festival has its own typical features and contains many beautiful cultural values imbued with national identity On the festival day, everyone wears beautiful costumes to go to the festival There are many interesting folk games such as: Tug of war, cock fighting, chess, wrestling, and special cultural programs typical for the region When you come to a festival, you will be immersed in the crowded flow of people, experience the vibrant atmosphere of the festival, and have fun as you please that you cannot feel on a normal day Mỗi lễ hội có nét tiêu biểu riêng chứa đựng nhiều giá trị văn hóa cao đẹp, đậm đà sắc dân tộc Vào ngày hội, người diện lên trang phục đẹp để hội Ở có nhiều trị chơi dân gian thú vị như: Kéo co, chọi gà, đấu cờ, đấu vật, chương trình văn nghệ đặc sắc tiêu biểu cho vùng miền Khi đến tham gia lễ hội, bạn hịa vào dịng người đơng đúc, trải nghiệm khơng khí sơi động lễ hội, vui chơi tùy thích mà ngày thường bạn khơng thể cảm nhận What should be done to promote a regional festival? (Cần phải làm để thúc đẩy lễ hội khu vực?) To preserve and promote the value of traditional festivals, there needs to be a joint effort between state management agencies - researchers - subject communities At the same time, it is necessary to well research, inventory, heritage identification, and strengthen propaganda to help the community self-aware of their responsibilities In fact, the festival will always be preserved and transmitted if the host community understands and loves the heritage That is the basic element needed to keep the traditional power circuit flowing over time Để bảo tồn phát huy giá trị lễ hội truyền thống, cần có chung tay quan quản lý nhà nước - nhà nghiên cứu - cộng đồng chủ thể Song song với đó, cần làm tốt công tác nghiên cứu, kiểm kê, nhận diện di sản, tăng cường tuyên truyền nhằm giúp cộng đồng tự nhận thức trách nhiệm Thực tế cho thấy, lễ hội ln giữ gìn trao truyền cộng đồng chủ thể hiểu rõ yêu di sản Đó yếu tố cần có để mạch nguồn truyền thống chảy theo thời gian 6/ “There are many changes in traditional festivals” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Are people more or less interested in attending the festival? Why? What should be done to promote a regional festival? I think the main difference between festivals now and those in the past is that we now celebrate more festivals throughout the year than before, some could be our national festivals, some could be foreign festivals For example, in the past Vietnamese people used to celebrate only several traditional festivals, including Vietnamese New Year, which celebrates the arrival of spring and a new year, Ghost festival, which is a time to respect and worship ancestors, or Mid-Autumn festival, which is a traditional celebration for children In contrast, now there are more foreign festivals that many family and young people also celebrate as their own festivals, such as Valentine, Christmas, New Year I think the reason is that under the influence of globalization, we tend to embrace new festivals more quickly, and this is also a good opportunity for people to relax and spend more, which in turn contributes to economic growth Are people more or less interested in attending the festival? Why? I think it depends if the festival is popular or not and has a lot of interesting activities or not However, in order to attract tourists, the Director of Tourism Department has launched many advertising programs and attracted not only foreign and domestic tourists Thanks to advertising, tourists tend to be more interested in participating in these festivals What should be done to promote a regional festival? Obviously, the promotion of traditional photo festivals helps not only attract tourists but also increase the income of local people It also helps to preserve the good cultural values of the nation 7/ “Reading books brings many benefits” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Are children more or less interested in reading? Why? What should be done to encourage children to read? Firstly, reading books can help people improve their academic achievements People reading books regularly are likely to have competent literacy skills, which is important for their study because schools often require students to comprehend a great deal of knowledge from reading various subjects' content Hence, being competent in literacy skills can provide people with an added advantage when completing their assignments People with an advantage in literacy skills tend to have higher results in school exams, because they not only have wider knowledge but also better reading and writing skills More importantly, reading stories as a way of entertainment is instrumental in cultivating people’s creativity In this technological world, when people depend too much on TV and computers in various life aspects, engrossing in books is an undeniably wonderful stress reliever to keep people away from electronic devices Besides, reading books encourages people to use their imagination to comprehend the plots and characters of these stories, which in turn sharpens their creativity For illustrations, when immersing into Harry Potter for relaxation, people have to use their creativity to fantasize and understand the magical world with the existence of many fictional characters such as witches, dragons, or monsters Are children more or less interested in reading? Why? In my opinion, children are becoming more and more disinterested in reading Here are some common reasons why kids won’t read - The format of books doesn’t interest them - Parents choose books that are too hard for them - They don’t see the point of reading What should be done to encourage children to read? It is neccessary that parents encourage their children’s reading activities at an early age This can help kids develop a habit of reading for pleasure Also, parents should not be too controlling over the books their children read, let them what they like and read what they love will keep them more interested in reading 8/ “There are many effects of living in a noisy environment” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: What kinds of noises you dislike the most? Why people still go to noisy places like big cities or cinemas even when they don’t like noises? Well, noises at hazardous levels can have a range of adverse impacts on our life Occupational diseases such as hearing loss and mental disorders are closely linked to deafening sounds of industrial machines Prolonged exposure to destructive noise from traffic or entertainment facilities can also increase the risk of developing serious conditions including stress, hypertension and depression Indoor noise caused by loud speakers, TV or washing machines has no direct health effect but it can interfere with work, study, conversation, rest or sleep Overall, noise pollution may diminish our quality of life in so many different ways 1 My biggest pet is the sound of honking horns They drive me absolutely mad! I find this noise almost unbearable, mostly because of it’s loud, abrupt sound which instantly disturbs my peace Furthermore, it’s usually the sound of a frustrated or angry driver, which makes it even more unpleasant I think they still accept living in the city to make money In addition, the quality of life here is also very high The city also has many other facilities that are better than in the countryside such as hospitals, schools, amusement parks 9/ “There are many advantages of the internet” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Do you think the Internet is safe for children to use? Why (or Why not)? How has the Internet changed the way we live and work? The Internet is a global information system Nowadays, the internet is popular everywhere in the world The Internet plays a very important role in our life Firstly, the Internet is considered as a source of information We can sit at home to read news, watch events happening in the country and around the world We also know what the weather is like all day Besides we can communicate with our friends and relatives Secondly, the Internet is a source of entertainment Thanks to the Internet, we can sit in the room and play games, watch movies We can also read stories and listen to music It really helps us to escape from stress after a hard working day Finally, the Internet is a means of education Today we can take part in a lot of schools online We can also join self - study classes, self - study courses We stay at home, but we can learn the same lessons as school In conclusion, the Internet has become very important in our life It is a wonderful invention of a modern life It makes our world a small village After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Do you think the Internet is safe for children to use? Why (or Why not)? It's some safe, some unsafe Because using the Internet can help us learn English better, but if using to much, it'll make us have a very painful headache Children spend too much time searching and playing on the internet, which is not good for their brains and eyes Next, it also prevents us from some activities such as reading books or going our with our friends How has the Internet changed the way we live and work? In the first place, the internet benefits us in many ways It provides us with much information from every corner of the world It helps us to know about what is happening on the earth and updates us with the most recent news Also, the internet helps us to widen our social network with many friend in every country in the world Through some programs such as Zalo, Tiktok, Facebook, etc, we have chance to make friend and talk to a variety of people Moreover, it entertains us Sometimes we can spend times listening to music or watching films on some websites 10/ “There are many causes of pollution in cities” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: What is the biggest environmental problem in your hometown? Are there any measures you would like to take about this problem? Hanoi is one of the cities with the highest smoke and dust in the world Air pollution is being warned So what are the causes of air pollution here? As we all know, Hanoi is one of the cities with the most developed economy in Vietnam Here one day there are many vehicles and machines operating The works piled up everywhere One day, the emissions from vehicles and machines are huge Places where air is polluted often have dense dust Like soil and water pollution, air pollution will have direct negative effects on human health People who live too long in polluted areas without any protection are more susceptible to respiratory illnesses To quickly overcome the consequences of air pollution, people and responsible agencies need to take correct and timely measures We can use electric vehicles instead of gasoline today Many car manufacturers have produced vehicles that help save fuel and protect the environment very well At the same time, we also need to protect ourselves by wearing a mask when we leave the house In the home, the agency can use air purifiers to help keep the air fresh and cleaner, ensuring health for everyone Together we will strive for a cleaner and healthier atmosphere After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: What is the biggest environmental problem in your hometown? Unplanned urban areas in Vietnam is causing serious environmental disorder in the country People now suffer from air pollution, water pollution, litter problems and things are getting worse every passing day Are there any measures you would like to take about this problem? We can use electric vehicles instead of gasoline today Many car manufacturers have produced vehicles that help save fuel and protect the environment very well At the same time, we also need to protect ourselves by wearing a mask when we leave the house In the home, the agency can use air purifiers to help keep the air fresh and cleaner, ensuring health for everyone 11/ “There are many drawbacks of working overtime” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: What should people to avoid working overtime? Will people work more or less in the future? Why? There are myriad positive aspects of working long hours One key benefit is increasing earning which gives people’s budget a boost, helping them clear their debts and other expenses They can also set aside some money for a pension plan Apart from this, it can help to move up the promotion ladder In this cut-throat corporate world, putting in extra hours is an excellent approach to impress upper-tier management On the contrary, the drawbacks of working longer hours cannot be overlooked Fast and foremost, people with sedentary working hours can severely ruin both physical and mental health In simple words, it increases the risk of heart disease and is as detrimental to health as smoking Likewise, many research work has discovered that intense stress of work can cause depression, insomnia, and other mental health concerns Secondly, it can lead to job dissatisfaction as excessive overtime can drain energy and creativity, which in turn reduces productivity and one may stagnate in career Last but not least, working longer hours significantly reduces personal time; which translates into less sleep, less time for family members and socializing A recent study shows that excessive overtime can cause serious family-conflict and the divorce rate augments accordingly 12/ “There are many problems with food in Vietnam” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: What is a balanced diet? What is a typical diet of people in your country? First, I think people cook too much for celebrations As living standard is rising, people are spending a great deal of money on festive food, not only for traditional festivals but also for other occasions such as birthday parties or wedding parties These are opportunities for well-off families to show off by pouring money into an extensive menu with sumptuous delicacies Most of the food is wasted as people are so busy with ceremonies and talking The only way to reduce such waste is to raise people’s awareness through mass media I think Besides, , food we ate in the past is generally healthier and safer than what we have now Due to our fast-paced modern life, we consume more and more fast food and processed food, which is detrimental to our health Pre-packaged meals and canned food offer a wider range of choices but they are associated with serious safety issues such as pesticide residues or GMO It’s time for us to get back to the old days’ balanced and healthy diets What is a balanced diet? A balanced diet is a diet that contains differing kinds of foods in certain quantities and proportions so that the requirement for calories, proteins, minerals, vitamins and alternative nutrients is adequate and a small provision is reserved for additional nutrients to endure the short length of leanness I believe there are a fair amount of vegetarians Most Vietnamese already eat very little meat, so without even trying they are almost vegetarians However, I think if they had the chance, many Vietnamese would eat more meat than they now Though as health awareness increases I believe there will be a rise in the number of vegetarians in Vietnam 13/ “There are many reasons for protecting the nature world” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: What should be done to protect the nature and environment? Why? Is it the responsibility of school to teach children to protect the nature and environment? Why? (or Why not?) Although humans are currently only a very small part of the total biomass on Earth, the impact of humans on nature is too great Protecting the natural world is not only the most important issue of Vietnam in particular but also the problem of the whole world in general "There are many reasons for protecting the nature world" Firstly, nature world provides valuable resources People use them for recreational and economic activities, and the search for and exploitation of natural resources for industrial activity remains a major component of the world economy That causes resource depletion in the future So protecting natural resources ensures human living conditions and reserves energy for the future Secondly, the nature world also includes flora and fauna ecosystems Within ecosystems, species are related and dependent on each other through food chains and exchange of energy and matter between themselves and the environment in which they live Part of them is in the human food chain, making medicine Overexploitation has made some species of animals and plants extinct, destroying biodiversity Finally, we can easily see the development of human civilization associated with the change of climate due to the seriously polluted environment, more severe weather, acid rain, sea water rise, desertification The climate becomes more severe, human life will also be threatened and severely affected In short, protecting the nature world is an urgent matter today, having a particularly important influence on human life Understanding the importance of the nature and environment, we need to exploit resources with a plan effectively, improve the environment by practical actions such as saving energy, planting more trees, protecting animals wild, limit the use of environmentally unfriendly products Besides, propagating and teaching the younger generation about the importance of protecting the nature and environment It is the responsibility of school to teach children to protect the nature and environment School is the first social environment that children come into contact with School takes up most of a child's adult life The school contributes to creating a future generation that knows how to love the planet and appreciate what their children have, and at the same time consciously protect and embellish what nature and the earth have to offer The future of our planet in the future depends a lot on how the preschool generation behaves with the environment today 14/ “There are many benefits of studying music or learning to play a musical instrument” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Do you think that pop/ rock stars can have bad influence on the young people? How much does the internet influence how you listen to music? Some pedagogical experts state that all children should take lessons on how to play a musical instrument I completely agree with this assertion because the potential benefits of such training are too enormous to be underestimated The primary reason for learning to play music is that this creative pursuit can foster a child’s cognitive and emotional development When participating in musical training, children need to pay close attention to instructions, read music and convert notes into motions Improved attention span, memory and reasoning skills might enable them to perform better in other core subjects, including math and science Besides, learning to play an instrument can provide an outlet for their creativity and emotions This helps nurture their creative skills and emotional intelligence, both of which are increasingly valued abilities Another reason why I support musical training for all children is that practicing music on a regular basis may instil great virtues in the youth Mastering an instrument such as the piano or the violin involves months or even years of consistent practice, which is likely to prevail discipline in their daily routines Their patience and perseverance, two prerequisites for a fulfilling life, could also be strengthened Most importantly, by learning to play with others in front of an audience, children can build up their self-confidence and sharpen their interpersonal skills All these qualities are vital to their future accomplishments Admittedly, low-income families might struggle to afford such training for their little ones However, this does not mean that learning a musical instrument should be a privilege for the rich only An intriguing instrument is unnecessarily expensive and could just be as simple as a flute or a harmonica Besides, it is the government’s responsibility to subsidise music education at schools and make it available for free or at a low cost In conclusion, it appears that learning to play music is paramount to a child’s development This creative pursuit should make an integral part of a balanced and comprehensive education which every child should be able to access 15/ “There are many effects of weather on people’s lives” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Have there been any changes in weather over the past few years? What are they? What should be done in bad weather? Introduction Weather, consciously or unconsciously, affects the daily choices you make It helps to determine whether you dress to stay warm or cool, enjoy outside activities or stay inside – or evacuate to a safe place during extreme weather conditions It also can have both immediate and delayed effects on health, food production and general well-being Development Daily choices - you dress to stay warm or cool During this cold weather, people will normally dress in clothing of very thick materials and wear them in layers to provide warmth In winter in Vietnam, it is generally cold and wet, so people tend to wear warmer, water protectiveclothing such as jumpers, jackets, sweaters and raincoats - enjoy outside activities or stay inside High or low temperatures, rain, snow or wind may all serve to decrease the pleasure derived from outdoor activities On the other hand, participation in some activities, such as skiing, skating or swimming outdoors may be enhanced by specific weather patterns For example, I usually go outside with friends (shopping, picnic, …) in sunny weekends Otherwise, staying at home (listening to music, reading book, trying a new recipe) is the best choise effects on health Humidity tends to make people more tired and irritable Barometric pressure fluctuations can alter moods and trigger headaches, some studies finding a link between low pressure and suicide On rainy days people report lower satisfaction with their lives Weather influences our psychology in myriad subtle ways For instance, some people usually has a headaches or joint paint when the weather changes 3 food production Weather and climate play a big role in the fruits and vegetables people eat With limited growing seasons in some parts of the country, certain foods and vegetables are simply not growable and must be shipped from other states or countries Weather patterns also impact the ocean – more than people realize – and can affect fish populations, the fisherman who harvest them and the people who consume them Flood or drought conditions, as well as severe cold snaps and freezes, can wipe out entire crops Conclusion: Weather affects everyone and everything it its path like daily activities, lifestyle, human health, as well as the food supply Have there been any changes in weather over the past few years? What are they? (mình nghĩ phần dài, người chọn highlight để nói thơi) Looking back at the past decade, the climate (weather) is clear that our world today is very different from the world of 2010 It can be seen clear in data of greenhouse gas (GHGs) concentrations, temperature rise, sea level rise, extreme weather became more frequent and more reveal troubling trends Global Average Temperature Increased In 2010, global average temperature was 0.88˚C (1.6˚F) above pre-industrial levels Temperature increase in 2019 is shaping up to be about 1.1 degrees C (2˚F) above pre-industrial levels Seas Rose More than 1.6 Inches Global mean sea level rise was roughly 3.3 millimeters (mm) per year (0.13 inch/yr) between 1993 and the present This trend accelerated significantly this past decade: Between 2010 and 2018, sea level rise grew to about 4.4 mm/yr (0.17 inch/year), rising almost inches overall in the past decade In 2018, global mean sea level was the highest in the satellite record Extreme weather became more frequent and severe This past decade has been marked by devastating extreme events, including heat waves on land and in the ocean, record rainfall and flooding, massive fires and heat-charged hurricanes Communities around the world are already living with the impacts of just degrees C (1.8 degrees F) of warming; our climate will only become deadlier and more devastating with every additional fraction of a degree of temperature rise For example, in Vietnam + in summer, recent years, the temperature climbed nearly 60oC on the road in the hostest day + in winter, the snow and ice occurs in some specific places like Sapa (Lao Cai); Ta Xua (Yen Bai), etc… What should be done in bad weather? I think it depend on individuals: Some people like stay at home for watching a movie, making coffee and reading a new book, cleaning up the house, trying a new recipe or listening a new podcast, etc Others still want to get out of the house Maybe go to the gym, go to a coffee shop, rent a book from the library or try a new restaurant, etc In my point of view, in a bad weather, in case of heavy rain, it's always a good idea to stay at home and watch a movie 16/ “Many things should be changed about education in Vietnam.” Present your view with clear arguments and specific, real-life examples to support your view After finishing your speech, answer the following questions: Is it a good practice for students to wear uniform at schools? Why/ why not? Which you prefer: a single-sex school or a co-educational school? Why? Education in Vietnam needs a change to adapt to the rapid changes of new science and technology and the increasingly strong globalization Firstly, the educational method in Vietnam is still in the way of "one-way transmission" where students passively absorb from teachers In order for students to be able to make good use of knowledge, practice skills, and form competencies and qualities, learning activities are organized for students, students are self-reliant and active in learning Enhance learning in groups, renew teacherstudent relationships towards collaboration Traditional teaching methods need to combine the use of new teaching methods, which can enhance students' active awareness in presentations and conversations from the point of view of teaching and solving problems Increase the rational use of teaching media and information technology to support teaching Example: Invest in computers and projectors to coordinate with lectures more effectively Secondly, the teaching content also carries a lot of academic and theoretical knowledge that is not really close to life Not only providing knowledge, school is also a place for students to cultivate more skills, and behavior is moral training Therefore, subjects should reduce academic theory, increase practice, relate to real life situations and require problem solving to create a comprehensive learning environment for students Third, the form of teaching mainly takes place in the traditional classroom, so it needs to be changed to diversifying teaching forms, combining both inside and outside the classroom, outside the school, for example: teaching at heritage sites, teaching in association with production and business, strengthening social activities, increasing the application of information technology, scientific research, creative experience activities Popularizing small group teaching forms , individually with the whole class The role of education cannot be denied in the spiritual and material life of people In order to realize the goal of education, which is to train morality, and at the same time to provide knowledge and skills for people to build a happy life, the development of education is extremely important and urgent Education in Vietnam should change to be able to respond to the rapid global change taking place Is it a good practice for students to wear uniform at schools? Why/ why not? School uniforms are becoming more and more popular and I personally think it's better for students to wear uniforms Firstly, expression of character is the first benefit that we can see from wearing a uniform On each school uniform shirt, the school's logo will be printed, the course information helps people to know the most basic information of a student Secondly, equality in the school environment is also an issue that receives the attention of a large number of teachers and parents Currently, many families who can afford to let their children dress up with trendy clothes have unwittingly made those in more difficult circumstances feel selfconscious about the clothes they are wearing When the children wear uniforms to class, there will be no discrimination, the school environment will become much more friendly and sociable On the other hand, uniform can save money on shopping for school clothes The fact that children wear trendy clothes has made the cost of buying beauty clothes expensive Therefore, wearing a school uniform will help save some money on clothes and the money we save can be invested in learning for our children Generally, I support wearing school uniforms because of the positive effects it brings to society such as equality between people, and saving costs for parents Which you prefer: a single-sex school or a co-educational school? Why? Around the world, it is usually decided by parents whether to send their children to single gender school or a mixed gender school Viewed from different sides, I feel that co-educational schools are more beneficial for younger childrenwhen they have grown up First of all, co-educational schools emphasize gender equality Besides just attending classes together, boys and girls learn about equality among both the genders Hence, when an assignment or test is taken, there are no special treatments for any child as marks are given on their performance not by seeing their genders In addition, children can learn to mutual respect When a child studies in a co-ed school it teaches them to mingle with each other and know how to respect This develops a sense of mutual respect and understanding for each other It also provides an environment where they are given equal chances to express themselves and give their views or opinions without making any difference between them On the other hand, if we compare the fee structure of both the co-ed schools and same-gender schools, the fee structure of co-ed schools is much lesser in comparison to same-gender schools So this is one more option for parents to opt for co-ed schools after all After reading all the advantages of co-ed schools one can conclude by saying that co-ed schools are the most effective one for both a boy and a girl  ... when people depend too much on TV and computers in various life aspects, engrossing in books is an undeniably wonderful stress reliever to keep people away from electronic devices Besides, reading... mental disorders are closely linked to deafening sounds of industrial machines Prolonged exposure to destructive noise from traffic or entertainment facilities can also increase the risk of developing... about 1.1 degrees C (2˚F) above pre-industrial levels Seas Rose More than 1.6 Inches Global mean sea level rise was roughly 3. 3 millimeters (mm) per year (0. 13 inch/yr) between 19 93 and the present