GIẢI CHI TIẾT các đề SPEAKING RA NHIỀU THÁNG 5 đên THÁNG 9 2022 BY NGOCBACH

GIẢI CHI TIẾT CÁC ĐỀ SPEAKING RA NHIỀU QUÝ 2/2022 (THÁNG ĐẾN THÁNG 9) BY NGOCBACH Describe a neighbour you are interested in You should say: Who this person is How you know this person What this person likes to And explain why you think this neighbor is interesting (Who this person is) A person who immediately pops into my head is Mr.Phil, who lived in room 19 just right next to my family In terms of his appearance, he is a tall man with curly hair and deep blue eyes He is an ex-pilot that just moved in with his wife a couple months ago Although he is not usually around, my encounters with him were indeed very interesting (How you know this person? ) My neighborhood is very welcoming to new residents Naturally, when he first moved in, I was introduced to him and his wife through our landlord Although it was quite awkward at the beginning since I am an introvert, I then found out we have so much in common from favorite TV shows to our obsession with brunch Just a few days later, they invited me to their house warming party (What this person likes to do) Because he is already retired, he has a lot of time on his hands I would usually see the old couple travel very frequently They will buy souvenirs for their neighbor and talk about their journey for hours It was fascinating to see how they are still very excited to go to new places or try new food + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) (And explain why you think this neighbor is interesting) Mr Phil is a very interesting man as he is a great story-teller His story from when he was still working as a pilot is always full of wonders Although they are not in Vietnam at the moment, I still miss the time when I can interact with such great people Vocabulary: - Storyteller: người kể chuyện He was the one who first set down the stories of the Celtic storytellers - Brunch: bữa sáng muộn he cobbled together a brunch of cold remains from the fridge - Housewarming party: tiệc tân gia We're having a housewarming on Friday if you'd like to come - In terms of: nói In terms of his personality, he is a kind person Part Do you think people are familiar with their neighbors? I think it depends on the regions people live in In the countryside, people usually know their neighbor as they would usually help each other on the farm However, in the city, people are very cautious of strangers as anyone could be an easy target for burglars or robbers How children build relationships with others in a community? In Vietnam, as neighbors are quite close to each other, children enjoy playing with their peers in the same neighborhood That is why in order to encourage children to build a relationship, parents need to be open-minded and trust people within the neighborhood + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thơng tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) Is it beneficial to get along well with neighbors? There are many benefits when we are on good terms with our neighbor Firstly, it is easier to have someone look after the children when an emergency occurs For example, when people have to work overtime, they can ask their neighbor to pick their children up at school without the fear of them being kidnapped How can big business help local neighborhood? Businesses have a wide choice of options when it comes to helping their local community Firms could allocate a percentage of profits or a certain amount each month to their chosen community group or charity to provide financial support, which is less time-consuming What negative impact does technology have on our community? As technology develops, people tend to be more negative when it comes to interacting with other people For example, as there is more and more news on home invasions, people are becoming more cautious when talking to each other Sometimes, they think it would be best to avoid any interaction which can make them grow distant - Burglars: kẻ đột nhập It was brave of you to chase after the burglar - Robber: kẻ trộm The robbers shot a policeman before making their getaway - Home invasion: đột nhập vào nhà bất hợp pháp - An easy target: mục tiêu dễ dàng Tourists are easy targets for criminals + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 33 Describe an important river/lake in your country You should say: What is this place? Where is this place? Why you like this place And explain what you would like to there I’m going to talk about a very beautiful lake, which is referred to as a symbol of the capital city of Vietnam It’s relatively famous not only to the Vietnamese, but also to foreigners (What and where is this place?) I’m talking about Hoan Kiem lake, a very large lake located in the center of Hanoi, which is known for its historic beauty There is even a legend related to the name that went down in history It was said that the King turtle living at the bottom of the lake lent the contemporary leader a very precious sword, which helped him to end up winning a major battle The King turtle then turned up again after the victory and asked for his sword back The lake was then named “Hoan Kiem”, which stands for “returning the sword.” (Why you like this place) As a child, I really liked the story so I always wished to visit it someday Yet due to the great distance, I had no chance to see it with the naked eye until I turned 18 and went to a university nearby My first visit to Hoan Kiem lake remains an unforgettable memory Its elegant beauty is out of this world, with a turtle tower in the middle of the lake and a shrimp-shaped red bridge leading to an old temple To be frank, I’m strongly attracted by historical monuments and relics of the past– they always make me feel a pang of nostalgia upon seeing them, because they provide a link to our roots That’s why I really love this lake (Explain what you would like to there) One of the various things I’d like to there is to wander around with my friends, let out the negative feelings in my mind, and I’d take some tasty types of street food Another thing I strongly wish to but which is out of the question is to climb up the tower on the lake and observe the aquatic life Maybe I could even watch the turtle of the legend sleeping like a baby! As far as I know, the authority won’t allow that, so I really hope that in the future, it’ll be approved so that my wish can be fulfilled + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thơng tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) Vocabulary Từ vựng chủ đề Traditional vs Modern historical monument [noun] Meaning: ancient buildings or statues that have historical importance Example: Visits to see historical monuments are organised by tourist companies in countries like Thailand, Cambodia and India relics of the past [expression] Meaning: old objects that have survived from the past Example: People are still curious about seeing relics of the past, such as the Pyramids of Egypt provide a link to our roots [expression] Meaning: to connect with previous generations Example: Traditional skills provide a link to our roots, and they are part of our shared heritage Từ vựng chủ đề Water aquatic life Meaning: plants or animals living in or near water Example: Unpolluted water is vital for aquatic life, such as freshwater fish, to survive Vocabulary To go down in history [expression] Meaning: to be or something so important that it will be recorded in history: vào lịch sử Example: It’s a discovery that has gone down in medical history To end up doing something [phrasal verb] Meaning: to find yourself in a place or situation that you did not intend or expect to be in Example: I ended up doing all the work myself The naked eye [expression] Meaning: the normal power of your eye without the help of an instrument: mắt trần Example: The planet should be visible to the naked eye Out of this world [expression] Meaning: used to emphasize how good, beautiful, etc something is Example: The fantastic meal was out of this world Nostalgia [noun] Meaning: a feeling of sadness mixed with pleasure and affection when you think of happy times in the past: hoài niệm + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thơng tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) Example: She is filled with nostalgia for her own happy college days Out of the question [expression] Meaning: impossible: Example: Another trip abroad this year is out of the question – we can’t afford it 34 Describe a quiet place you like to go to (Tham khảo bài: Describe a place where you can read and write|) You should say · Where the place is · How you know this place · What you there · And explain why you think it is a good place for reading and writing Answer (where the place is) I’m going to describe a coffee shop called Tranquil, where I often spend my time engrossed in reading and writing It’s actually quite a long way from my house, but that doesn’t put me off visiting there again and again (how you know this place) This coffee shop came highly recommended by one of my friends, a writer She loves cosy places which possess real character, in which she can spend hours writing film scripts, and this is one of her favourite haunts She took me there about three months ago, and I fell in love with it at first sight It is a romantic old spot with wooden tables, vintage book desks, and beautiful windows, all works of traditional craftsmanship Each floor has separate areas, and I felt like I was lost in a wonderland, with many seats specially situated to offer beautiful views through various windows (what you there) As a freelancer, I visit Tranquil frequently to read over my documents and my online jobs Sometimes, I even come across some fascinating reading matter on their desks, because there are a large number of books and documents donated to this coffee shop by loyal customers and book lovers So, I broaden my literary horizons in some unexpected directions I have also joined a literary appreciation circle there, which meets every month to discuss books which we have all read (and explain why you think it is a good place for reading and writing) + Thông tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thơng tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) I have to admit that, though I’m hard to please, I’m always satisfied when I go there, secure in the knowledge of a pleasurable visit Not only is its design uniquely relaxing, but Tranquil’s service is second to none You always get good, consistently delicious food at Tranquil, whether you have lunch or just morning coffee or afternoon tea The atmosphere is warm and homely with gentle music and quiet people, which suits bookworms like me down to the ground 35 Describe something that surprised you and made you happy You should say: When it was Who/ what surprised you Where you were then And explain why this surprise made you happy (When it was) Today, I’m going to talk about my stay in JW Marriott Phu Quoc, one of the most famous holiday resorts here in Vietnam Although the stay cost a fortune, I found it good value as their service just blew me away I went there with my boyfriend in 2020, just before the COVID-19 pandemic broke out (Who/what surprised you) Upon arrival at the airport, a representative met and greeted us The check-in process was hassle-free and took less than minutes Then, one of the employees escorted us to our room in their electric car, commonly known as buggy I was literally awed by the decorations of graduation pictures after opening the door (Where you were then) I entered the room and saw many photos of me in the graduation gown I’d taken at school Also, there were some balloons and a small tiramisu cake with my name and graduation wishes on it After the employee had left the room, my boyfriend admitted sending the photos to the hotel for this decoration But he said everything was free of charge (And explain why this surprise made you happy) I was overwhelmed with joy as my vacation was so well-prepared I didn’t know my boyfriend was such a conscientious person as he had been pretty much care free Also, kudos to the hotel for treating my graduation vacation so well! Vocabulary + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) To cost a fortune (idiom): mắc The cars on this list won't cost a fortune to insure Good value (phrase): đáng đồng tiền I thought the offer was good value Escort (v): hộ tống Security guards escorted the intruders from the building To blow someone away (phrase): làm bất ngờ Winning first prize and a full scholarship blew her away To be overwhelmed with/by sth (v): choáng ngợp They were overwhelmed with/by grief when their baby died Part3: How people express happiness in your culture? Naturally, people, regardless of their culture, are likely to smile and thank those making them happy I don’t think the way people express happiness varies from culture to culture Do you think happiness has any effect on people? How? Happiness has a significant effect on people’s mental and even physical health Satisfaction produces dopamine, which is a substance that makes people feel positive and motivated In terms of physical health, when being happy, people are likely to lead a healthy lifestyle instead of being down in the dumps and abusing unhealthy substances, such as drugs or alcohol How can people be happy? Doing something you enjoy is beneficial to your emotional well-being Simple things such as watching sports with a buddy, taking a bath, or meeting up with friends for coffee can all help to brighten your day Doing something you're good at, such as cooking or dancing, is a terrific way to have fun while also feeling accomplished Avoid doing activities that seem fun at the time but make you feel bad later, such as drinking too much alcohol or eating junk food + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thơng tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) Is it good for people to be unhappy? Why? Sometimes we are joyful (for example, when we are having fun), and other times we are sad (such as when we lose a loved one) Whatever the sentiments are, they are part of life A negative mood may even be beneficial Our society prioritizes happiness and regards misery as a waste of time However, sorrow may slow you down and cause you to reflect about your life, your feelings, and the people around you It might help you keep your relationships and dreams in focus Vocabulary To be down in the dumps (phrase): buồn She's down in the dumps because she failed one of her exams 36 Describe a competition (e.g music, cooking, sport) you would like to take part in You should say: - What the competition is - Where you can take part in it - Who won it before - And what you think about it (What the competition is) I’d like to share my dream with you, which is to win Britain’s Got Talent It’s been my ambition since I was a little boy Britain’s Got Talent is the original version of this kind of show all over the world, and was started by one of the judges of the show named Simon Cowell The first programme was broadcast on TV in 2007 and it’s gone viral in other countries across the globe in recent years I stumbled upon a group called “Attraction” who performed shadow puppet theatre in 2013 and have fallen in love with the group and the show ever since (Where you can take part in it) On hearing the name of the show, everyone will know where it takes place Britain’s Got Talent is held annually in the U.K including England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland However, there is no limit based on your nationality, which means that people + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thơng tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) from any country are eligible to participate in the show, not only the British The audition round takes place in some big cities in the UK like London, Manchester, and Edinburgh Personally, I would like to go along to the auditions in London, ‘cause it’s probably the most exciting venue (Who won it before) I have already mentioned a group called ‘Attraction’ Not many people expected foreigners to come first in a show which consisted of more than 90% of native British people Although Attraction were outstanding, they were not expected to actually win However, these Hungarian nationals blew the British away with their final performance in which they staged a great act about the British Monarchy and British culture As a result, they became champions in that year (And what you think about it) I really love the programme as it is one of the most prestigious and entertaining shows in the world Also, the show is able to attract lots of people from different backgrounds and nationalities to take part I really admire Simon Cowell due to his great efforts to make the show worth watching every single year Vocabulary: Các từ thuộc chủ đề Technology: to go viral (expression): to become very popular on the internet: phổ biến / lan rộng Eg: Pictures of the volcano went viral just a few seconds after it erupted, and they were seen by millions of people online Vocabulary: • to broadcast (verb): to send out programmes on the TV or radio: phát sóng Eg: The clash between Vietnam and Uzbekistan was broadcast all over the world + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thơng tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 10 Interaction (n): tương tác There's not enough interaction between the management and the workers Stance (n): quan điểm The doctor's stance on the issue of abortion is well known Peer pressure (phrase): áp lực từ xã hội / người xung quanh There is tremendous peer pressure to wear fashionable clothes Imposing (a): uy nghiêm, hùng vĩ He was an imposing figure on stage Complicated (a): phức tạp I had to fill in this really complicated form 47 Describe a time when someone asked you for your opinion You should say: When she/he asked you So, I’ll start by talking about the time a friend of mine asked for my opinion In fact, it was quite recently that we had a conversation, the details of which I still have in my mind I am certain that she reached out to me for some advice in late April, before the big national holiday The conversation was definitely out of the blue because when we met up that day for some work-date, I had only anticipated questions about how she could well on her assignments and the sort So, the conversation was something along the lines on how to improve the functioning of the club that she was acting as the president of and that I am also a member of too So, as she brought up the issue, I was all ears to her and after she was all done, I started to offer my perspective on the issue How she/he felt while listening to your opinion As I commented, she was attentive to what I was saying She did pose some interesting questions as I gave out my opinion I did some reading of her facial expressions, and I was certain that she breathed a sigh of relief as I constantly reassured her that everything would quickly fall into its place, after kickstarting some transition processes + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 40 And explain why she/he needed your opinion For sure, she sought my opinion because she was very wound up with the prospect of the club, as she intended to assume another hat in another club and there was no one ready at hand who could take up the position But I think it was largely because I was kind of more of her senior and had more insight on how clubs in other schools actually worked My guess would be that my opinions would serve somehow as a reference that she could use as she tried to figure out what to and how to keep the spirit and the activity of the club around in the upcoming semester after she left reached out cố gắng giao tiếp với The new mayor is reaching out to inner city communities to involve them in his plans for the city out of the blue bất ngờ, không ngờ tới One day, out of the blue, she announced that she was leaving met up gặp mặt They suggested we meet up at Mustafa's along the line dựa tương tự I was thinking more along the lines of you going in there and claiming her acting as someone đóng vai trị + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 41 You speak Greek – will you act as interpreter? brought sth up khơi mào, nhắc vấn đề She's always bringing up her health problems all ears to her chờ nghe điều I'm all ears - tell us what they had to say breathe a sigh of relief Thở phào nhẹ nhõm We all breathed a sigh of relief when we heard that they were safe quickly fall into its place diễn tốt đẹp, khơng gặp vướng mắc; đâu vào After a lot of work over the past few years, my career goals are beginning to fall into place 10 wound up lo lắng, lo âu vấn đề She gets pretty wound up before a game 11 take up chiếm lấy, lắp đầy vị trí He will take up his post as the head of the civil courts at the end of next month + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 42 Part Have you ever asked someone for his/her opinion? I have asked a lot of people for their opinions In fact, it is something that I constantly when I’m unclear about a matter that I’m facing For sure, as a student myself, I always let people, especially those who I don’t share the same major with, to read through my essays and have their say on my writing By knowing where they stand on my essay, I can easily identify whether I have made my points clear This is definitely something that is difficult to point out if there is no outside voice on the matter, when personal biases cloud my thinking Therefore, if there are issues, I can immediately correct them Why some people react impolitely when listening to someone’s story? I think there are a lot of reasons why people react impolitely when listening to someone’s story Maybe, the listener doesn’t know how to react so their facial expressions after hearing the story as they may not exactly align with what they feel like inside, so the storyteller may consider this somewhat offensive Other times, because some people like to tell their stories to seek not only advice but also understanding, the lack of sympathy or empathy from the listener is definitely considered impolite, if not rude to the storyteller But I don’t think the listener is the only one to blame here If the story is really screwed up then of course, people will react outrageously have their say có hội nói lên suy nghĩ We aren't going to make a decision until everyone here has had their say Know where they stand on Biết đứng vị trí / phương diện When we've paid all our debts we'll know where we stand + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 43 cloud làm mờ, vẩn đục When it came to explaining the lipstick on his collar, he found that drink had clouded his memory align with Liên kết, ủng hộ ý kiến ai, nhóm hay vài ý kiến The company has a commitment to align itself closely with specialty retailers screwed up làm tệ, dở, làm be bét, làm hỏng chuyện There's been a screw-up with our hotel reservation 48 Describe a place you have visited that you would recommend as a good place to live (Where it is): During my trip to Singapore last year, I had an opportunity to visit the Singapore Botanic Gardens, which impressed me with tons of different colors The gardens are located quite far away from tourist traps, but very accessible by bus (What it is like): Being the biggest botanic garden in Singapore, covering more than 74.000 square meters, it showcases Singapore’s biggest collection of flowers comprising hundreds of species with a wide variety of colors, such as red, yellow, orange, pink, or even blue, and their shades The national flower of Singapore, which is the orchid, can be found easily in this garden Moreover, the park’s entrance is also naturally decorated with colorful flowers (What it is used for): Besides bringing a green environment to the city, which is always humid around the year, the Botanic garden is also an ideal spot for not only foreign visitors but also Singapore citizens to immerse themselves in natural beauty and get away from it all after hard-working days You can easily see hordes of tourists going sightseeing or leisure activities being taken place at this place, especially on the weekends And explain why you remember it well + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 44 Well, I think the primary reason why the memories about this place are still vivid in my mind is because it was the first time I have ever witnessed such a wide variety of colorful flowers in my life, although I have travelled to different countries The moment I entered the garden, I was completely blown away by its beauty To be honest, it was a once in a life time experience I hope that I will have opportunities to visit this garden again Part questions: • Is color important for clothing? ➔ Yes, I think that colors play a vital role in clothes since it shows how the clothes make us look and appear to other people Sometimes the colors of your outfits even express your feelings For example, when I’m not in a good mood, I will choose a black outfit It will be dull if a person wears the same colors on a daily basis • Should course books be colorful? ➔ Absolutely I believe that course books should be lively in order to help the transmission of knowledge to readers be more effective Using illustrations helps to aid in learning and may be more effective than just describing something For example, kids are usually in favor of books with colorful pictures rather than those with only words If course books include colorful contents, they will be more likely to be sold faster than other ones VOCABULARY FROM HOLIDAY: • Tourist trap Meaning: somewhere where too many tourists go Example: There are a lot of people visiting Hoi An Ancient Town these days, which makes this town become a tourist trap • Accessible Meaning: possible to approach, enter, or use Example: The island is accessible only by ferry • To get away from it all Meaning: to take a holiday to escape a busy or stressful lifestyle Example: Why don’t you get away from it all and have a weekend in the mountains? • Hordes of tourist Meaning: crowds of tourists Example: During summer, we can see hordes of tourists in these islands • To go sightseeing + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 45 Meaning: to look around the tourist sites Example: Last year we went to London, and we spent most of the trip going sightseeing, there was so much to see! OTHER VOCABULARY: • To showcase Meaning: to show the best qualities or parts of something Example: The main aim of the exhibition is to showcase British design • Immerse oneself in something Meaning: to become completely involved in something Example: She got some books out of the library and immersed herself in Jewish history and culture • Vivid Meaning: brightly colored or (of descriptions or memories) producing clear, powerful, and detailed images in the mind Example: He gave a very vivid and often shocking account/description of his time in prison • To be blown away Meaning: To be surprised so much Example: Winning first prize and a full scholarship blew her away • Once-in-a-lifetime Meaning: An once-in-a-lifetime experience or opportunity is very special because you will probably only have it once Example: A tour of Australia is a once-in-a-lifetime experience • Dull Meaning: not interesting or exciting in any way Example: I find his art rather dull and conventional • Lively Meaning: full of energy and enthusiasm; interesting and exciting Example: There was some lively discussion at the meeting 49 Describe an occasion when somebody said something positive about some work that you did You should say: Who it was What work it was + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 46 When she/he told you that And explain how you felt when hearing it (Who it was) In 2019, I joined an outreach programme in which I had the chance to deliver lessons for the first time as a teacher I was chosen as one of the Vietnamese volunteers in charge of interpreting as well as helping Singaporean students with their lessons prior to class The programme lasted from 25th November to 5th December 2010 During the project, I was complimented by the facilitator on my ability to engage students into the lessons (What work it was) As we had to teach two classes comprised of two different age groups, we struggled a lot in planning lessons since there was a big gap between the level of English proficiency of the students in each class We received some negative feedback from the students on our lesson plan as some wanted to play games while some others were interested in studying I came up with an idea of sticking pieces of paper around the walls as children were required to find match a word with a photo depicting that word (When she/he told you that) The morning after that, the children were pretty interested in the game and the facilitator seemed to be pretty pleased with the result So, she complimented me on my idea in the daily briefing which took place that evening (And explain how you felt when hearing it) That was the first time I’d worked with foreigners I always felt that they were superior to me However, after this, I could be pleased that I’m not behind my international peers That compliment really motivated me to try better, instead of being complacent about my skills and knowledge Vocabulary Deliver a lesson (phrase): giảng You should pay attention to the teacher when she delivers the lesson + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 47 Compliment (v): khen ngợi I was just complimenting Robert on his wonderful food Proficiency (n): thành thạo A high level of oral proficiency in English Superior to (adj): thượng đẳng I can't stand Amanda - she's so superior Complacent (a): chủ quan We can't afford to become complacent about any of our products Part Will you be affected when hearing a number of negative stories? As a fresh graduate without too much experience in the world of work, I tend to be affected by negative stories Office politics and gossip tend to exert a strong impact on my behaviours There was a time when my bosses treated my colleagues unfairly Although this issue was not really related to me, hearing my colleagues gossip behind my bosses’ back also made me develop unfriendly attitudes towards her Later on, the relationship between me and my boss also deteriorated How will you react when someone pays you a compliment? First, I’ll show my appreciation for their compliment by thanking them Then, I tend to ask them what I’ve done that they find good so as to develop myself even more Most of the time, I will also ask them whether they have any constructive criticisms so that I can avoid such mistakes I feel proud, of course! But I’m not an attention seeker who posts compliments on themself on social media so that others also know they’ve received compliments Why is negative feedback as important as positive feedback at work? While positive feedback lets people know what they’re good at so as to continue to that, a negative one allows people to know their mistakes so as to avoid repeating these in the future I know that most people don’t like to hear negative reviews, but they play a crucial role in self-development Without them, we’d continue to make mistakes, which leads to many bad consequences for ourselves and work Vocabulary + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 48 Office politics (phrase): phe phái công ty She seems good at handling office politics Behind someone’s back (phrase): sau lưng What they say about me behind my back? To show appreciation for sb (phrase): thể biết ơn Children rarely show any appreciation of/for what their parents for them 50 Describe a person you know who does a job which is useful to society Who this person is How you knew him/her What type of work he/she does And explain why you think his/her work is useful to the society (Who this person is) Today, I’m going to talk about Dennis, a student of the National University of Singapore - one of the most prestigious universities in the world He is one of the most creative and competent leaders I’ve ever encountered in my life And his willingness to make contributions to society never fails to impress me (How you knew him/her) I met Dennis during an outreach programme in Vietnam He was in the same group as me, meaning that we worked together a lot We were mainly in charge of teaching activities (What type of work he/she does) Well, Dennis is the founder of the Youth Exploration Association of NUS His responsibilities revolve around developing overseas outreach programmes for students in Singapore Sometimes, he travels with other students to other countries, mainly those in Southeast Asia like Vietnam and Cambodia, as a project leader These projects mainly aim at improving the access to education of disadvantaged children in rural communes in low-income countries (And explain why you think his/her work is useful to the society) I think that his work is useful to society for two main reasons First, as mentioned above, the projects he is in charge of give education opportunities to impoverished kids through activities like + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 49 teaching English and other subjects, as well as other extra-curricular activities that allow these kids to know more about the world Second, the NUS students that participate in the projects are also beneficiaries They can gain a great deal of experience, as well as broaden their horizons, which helps them to develop a comprehensive world view Vocabulary Encounter (v): gặp gỡ/biết đến She was the most remarkable woman he had ever encountered Cô người bật mà anh biết đến/gặp Revolve around sth (phrase): xoay quanh The conversation revolved around childcare problems Cuộc thảo luận xoay quanh vấn đề chăm sóc trẻ em Disadvantaged (adj): khó khăn A new educational programme has been set up for economically disadvantaged children Một chương trình giáo dục xây dựng cho trẻ em khó khăn mặt kinh tế To broaden someone’s horizons (phrase): mở rộng tầm mắt Travelling certainly broadens your horizons Đi du lịch chắn giúp bạn mở rộng tầm mắt Part What jobs are well-paid? In light of the rise of information technology, most IT-related job roles, such as data analyst, software developer, cyber security officer, user experience and interface developer, are lucrative These jobs require people to know how to code, which is extremely difficult Besides, jobs in the fields of finance are also high-paying Stockbrokers, bankers, accountants, auditors, tax consultants all enjoy a remunerative income How have working conditions changed? Well, working conditions have changed significantly in the past few years Employees nowadays receive a better benefits package compared to the past Also, thanks to the emergence of technology, the amount of paperwork has reduced significantly while labour + Thông tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thơng tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 50 productivity has kept improving at a rapid pace An increasing number of companies have placed a focus on their employees’ mental health through activities like teambuilding and private consultation with the CEO, which is beneficial to both productivity and employees’ well-being at the same time What are the impacts of the pandemic on the work environment? The first impact is the financial crisis Lots of companies are teetering on the verge of going bankrupt because they have literally no income while operational costs remain unchanged or have even increased Because of this crisis, employee benefits, the most important of which is salary, have been affected significantly Even worse, many people have been retrenched However, there is a silver lining as remote working has become more popular, which gives employees more chances to have a more flexible schedule Vocabulary Lucrative (adj): nhiều tiền/lương cao He gave up a lucrative career as a lawyer to look after his kids Anh từ bỏ công việc luật sư với mức lương cao để chăm sóc Benefits package (n): chế độ đãi ngộ The benefits package includes bonuses tied to the company’s performance Chế độ đãi ngộ bao gồm tiền thưởng tùy theo kết hoạt động kinh doanh cty To teeter on the verge/brink of sth (phrase): bờ vực What we are seeing now is a country teetering on the brink of civil war Tất chúng tơi thấy quốc gia bờ vực nội chiến To retrench (v): sa thải với mục đích giảm thiểu chi phí The government is to retrench 30,000 public servants in the next three years Chính phủ sa thải 30,000 cơng nhân viên chức vịng năm tới Silver lining (n): điểm sáng khó khăn The injury had a silver lining: it enabled Blake to spend his father's last weeks with him Có điểm sáng việc bị chấn thương, cho phép Blake lại với bố anh tuần cuối đời ơng + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 51 51 Describe a person you follow regularly on social media or other media You should say: Who he/she is How you knew him/her What he/she posts on social media And explain why you follow him/her on social media (Who he/she is) Today, I’m gonna talk about a Palestinian influencer I follow regularly on Facebook He’s called Nas Daily I guess lots of people know this guy as the short videos he recorded while travelling around the world went viral some years ago Nas Daily is a Singapore-based influencer who is believed to be a Harvard dropout, like Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Windows CEO Bill Gates (How you knew him/her) One day, when I was surfing Facebook, I came across a short video in which Nas Daily kept praising how Singapore, his new home country, had emerged as one of the most developed countries in the world Albeit short, his video contained a sufficient amount of basic knowledge about the country’s development and introduced some popular attractions in the Southeast Asia city-state This video immediately impressed me After that, I decided to watch some other videos he made (What he/she posts on social media) So basically, Nas Daily produces a wide variety of videos But he mostly focuses on his journeys and the culture of the places he goes to He sometimes produces motivational videos as well (And explain why you follow him/her on social media) I follow Nas Daily because his videos are so informative They help me broaden my horizons about other countries around the world in an expedient way Although his videos may contain some slips, they are generally informative and unbiased at all + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 52 Vocabulary To go viral (phrase): lan truyền rộng lãi Within days the film clip went viral Dropout (n): học sinh bỏ học As a high school dropout he’ll never get a decent job To emerge as: lên He emerged as a key figure in the campaign To broaden someone’s horizons (phrase): mở rộng tầm mắt Travelling certainly broadens your horizons Slips (n): lỗi vặt She's made one or two slips - mainly spelling errors - but it's basically well written Part What can people on social media? In the past, most people used social media to keep in touch with their friends and families, through their statuses, photos and direct messages Now, the functions of social media are far beyond those as people can also play interactive games, earn money, report disasters and so on People expect that the metaverse, which is a blockchain-based project and is currently in its infancy, will even take social media to the next level Do you think older people and younger people will use the same kind of social media software? Yes, although that’s not why young people like it Back then when Facebook was still new, most users fell into younger age groups Now, as older people always have access to the internet, they also learn to use social media, especially Facebook, which is currently the largest social networking Lots of young people are switching to Instagram and other sites that have fewer old users Do older people spend much time on social media? + Thơng tin khóa học Package online: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp trực tiếp khai giảng sớm nhất: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline + Hotline tư vấn đăng ký học: 0974657403 (email tư vấn: ieltsbach1707@gmail.com) 53 The amount of time spent on social media varies from person to person However, compared with young people, older people definitely spend less time on social media That being that, I know many old people who take photos everywhere and post them on social media nearly every single day From my personal observations, for old people, social media act as a tool to keep pace with information, so they won’t need to spend too much time on them like young people, who tend to use social media as a tool to show off their lifestyles and achievements Are non-social media like television and newspapers still useful? 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