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Hi John,Thanks for your letter. How are you? I hope you are fine. As you know, I had a great time visiting my grandparents last weekend. I’m going to tell you about it.My parents and I went to the countryside by car because we carried a lot of things. We stayed there for 2 days and we did many activities such as going fishing, swimming in the river, catching fish and crabs in the fields and small irrigation canals, and picking fruits and vegetables. I felt very happy and relaxed when I visited my grandparents and relatives after a long time. I hope that one day I will take you to my village.I look forward to hearing from you soon.Loves,Long
WRITING B1 SĐH HỌC PHẦN WRITING TASK 1: LETTERS Ex 5.1/52: Write a letter responding to John … It’s nice to hear you had a great time visiting your grandparents in the countryside last weekend How did you go there? What did you do? How did you feel about the visit? I’d like to travel there some time … Sample answer (125 words) Hi John, Thanks for your letter How are you? I hope you are fine As you know, I had a great time visiting my grandparents last weekend I’m going to tell you about it My parents and I went to the countryside by car because we carried a lot of things We stayed there for days and we did many activities such as going fishing, swimming in the river, catching fish and crabs in the fields and small irrigation canals, and picking fruits and vegetables I felt very happy and relaxed when I visited my grandparents and relatives after a long time I hope that one day I will take you to my village I look forward to hearing from you soon Loves, Long Ex 5.2/52: Write a letter responding to Henry … I’m happy to hear that you have got a new job in a school as a teacher What was your first class? How did you feel? How are your students? … Sample answer (136 words) Dear Henry, Thanks for your letter How are you? I hope you are fine As you know, I’ve got a new job in a high school as a teacher for weeks I’m going to tell you about it Well, I began to teach my first class in the new school weeks ago and it was wonderful I taught English for a class of 35 students in grade 11 When I first came into the class, I felt a little nervous However, after my introduction and making acquaintance, I really comfortable and happy because my students were very friendly and nice They have also been studying very studiously I love them very much If you have time, tell me about your present job I look forward to hearing from you soon Lots of loves, Ly WRITING TASK 2: BALANCED-ARGUMENT ESSAYS Tele-working/55,56,57,58,59 In recent years the vast expansion of information and communication technology had made tele-working more practical Some are interested in this new way of working, while others not think about it positively The arguments surrounding the issue of working from home will be examined in this essay Allowing workers to work from home is favored for some reasons Firstly, costs for employers would be reduced because businesses would require less office space, and this is often situated in the center of large cities Secondly, workers’ life would be improved in many different ways They could also combine their work with their family life, especially when they have young children or old people to look after Finally, they would not need to travel to get to work, so they get more free time for relaxation To some people, working from home is not always a good choice Workers would miss the social communication such as seeing colleagues and meeting customers In many cases, tele-workers become depressed after a time of working alone with the computer Besides, supervising tele-workers is more complicated than supervising workers in the same office In conclusion, I believe that although many workers welcome the opportunity to go out to work, others would find the chance to work from home very convenient Where possible, I think workers should be offered the choice, but not forced to work from home unless they wish to (236 words) 3a/56 Many parents think teachers should give students homework every day, but some others are against the idea Discuss both views and give your own opinion Sample writing Homework has been an indispensable activity during students’ learning process Many parents believe that teachers should give students homework every day However, some others oppose this idea These both views will be discussed in this essay before arriving at a conclusion Daily homework is in favor of several parents for some benefits First, it helps to review their lessons Studies have suggested that learners need to be exposed to a piece of information for a certain number of times in order for them to remember it Second, homework also helps set up students’ habit of self-study, gradually students can learn how to manage their time to complete their duty On the other hand, there are also reasons why other people are against daily homework for students First of all, if students have to homework every day, they may feel fed up with their study because they not have time to relax, to entertain themselves or to other things necessary in their daily life Besides, too much homework may affect students’ health In fact, when they have to sit at their table studying with piles of homework every day, they will become tired, and even have some problems with their back, eyes, and head The feeling of not completing the assignment, of being scolded or punished by their teachers, and of losing face may gradually make students become depressed, which is very dangerous for themselves In my opinion, homework is good in students’ learning process However, because of its negative effects, teachers should consider how much homework and how often to assign it Outside the school, students need to have time to relax and to live their own lives beyond their study So, teachers should not give students, especially children, too much homework every day (296 words) 3b/56 Some people believe that young people nowadays have a more stressful life than previous generations, while some others support the opposing view point Discuss the issue and give your opinion With the advancement of modern technology, life seems to be more complicated in today’s world Many people believe that the youth in modern time suffer more stressful life than previous generations However, others have opposing viewpoints In this essay, the two sides of the issue will be discussed PRACTICE/59: Read the following text about taking care of old people It has been common in some countries that old people live in the retirement houses In some other countries, it is not acceptable for children to let their old parents live in such places Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss both views and give your opinion Taking care of the old people is the major concerns of individuals In some countries, it is popular that the elderly are arranged to live in retirement houses while in other countries, it is unacceptable for children to let their old parents live in such places Both views on how to take care of old people will be discussed in this essay In some Western countries, old people usually live in retirement houses because of several reasons Firstly, the elderly are taken are better in retirement houses than at home because their children are too busy with their work and spent little time for their old parents Secondly, in retirement houses, it is easy for old people to make friends and talk to other people of the same age, so they are happier On the other hand, in Eastern countries, letting old people live in retirement houses is unacceptable In fact, according to these traditions and cultures, children are responsible to look after their old parents In addition, old people always want to live with their children, transfer their experiences and help their children what they can Therefore, they feel that they live a meaningful life with their children In conclusion, how to take care of old people is a controversial issue, and it depends on each country or culture However, I strongly believe that children should take good care of their old parents at home because of their responsibility and love (243 words) WRITING PRACTICE TEST /61 Task 1: You have received an email from your father He asked you about your short training course overseas Read part of his email below … I’m still worried about your life in a foreign country What are some difficulties you have had? Can you overcome them? How about your short training course? … Write an email responding to your father Sample letter (150 words) Daddy, Thanks for your email How are you? I hope you and family are fine As you know, I have taken my short training course in London for weeks, and I’m going to tell you about it When I first came here, I had many problems Because it was the first time I went abroad, I got very homesick In addition, my English is not good, so I have difficulty talking to people around and understanding the lessons However, I gradually overcome these problems Now, I felt less homesick because I have to concentrate on my study My English is also improved a lot for I practice speaking it every day About my training course, I’ve learned a lot of knowledge and useful skills Don’t worry about me anymore, Dad I get used to life and study here I look forward to seeing you and family soon Love, X Task 2: Read the following extract about children doing paid work Sample writing Doing part-time jobs has become more and more common among students these days Some people believe that children at secondary school should be allowed to some paid work to understand how hard to earn money However, some others are against this point of view This essay will discuss both views of whether to allow secondary students to have paid work or not That children at secondary level have a part-time job is supported for some reasons First of all, the children can learn a lot of social skills which are useful for their work later and which make them more confident Besides, they also have something to add to their CV when they apply for a job in the future Moreover, they know the value of the money they earn, so they not spend it wastefully By the way, they can somewhat share the financial burden with their family In contrast, some other people are against secondary students’ working to earn money because they have their own arguments First, the children may be so keen on working and earning money that they cannot concentrate on their study Second, they may not have enough time to complete all the assignments and homework They may not have time to take enough rest; so they may be easy to get sick Third, secondary students are not mature enough to protect themselves from bad behaviors or evils if they work outside the school or home In short, secondary students may have both benefits and problems when they take part in a paid work In my opinion, parents should allow their children to parttime jobs if they want, but the parents should always keep an eye on their immature children to make sure that everything is going well with the children (299 words) SPEAKING - PART TOPIC 1: Let’s talk about Hobbies and Free time activities 1.What you like to in your free time?/What are your hobbies? In my free time, I like watching comedy movie because it helps me ralax and reading books because it helps me winden knowledge How you usually spend your weekend? My family and I usually go to the supermarket to buy the food for my family on the weekend, then I will meet my friends to talk together 3 Do you prefer to spend your free time alone or with other people? Why? I like to spend my free time alone because I feel comfortable being alone and I can anything I like TOPIC 2: Let’s talk about Family and Friends How large is your family? I come from a small family with members, including my wife, my son and me What activities you like together with your family? Well, we love to cook, watching TV, and talk together about our day Who are you closest to in your family? I’m closest to my wife because she understands me I can share everything with her Do you and your friends have similar interests? My friends and I have similar interests are: play tenis, watching comedy and reading books TOPIC 3: Let’s talk about Hometown Where you come from? I come from Soc Trang city Where there are many pagodas and famous cake is Pia Do you like your hometown? Why? Of course I like my hometown because it’s where I was born and grew up What you like most about your hometown? I like the people most because they are friendly What kind of jobs the people in your town? Most of people in my hometown are farmers, some are workers and some work in offices Do you think your hometown is a good place for young people? Why? I don’t think so Because my hometown only small city, so it isn’t easy to find a job It also There aren’t many places for relaxing, There aren’t many good schools and universities with experienced teachers TOPIC 4: Let’s talk about Neighbours and neighbourhood Do you like your neighbour and neighbourhood? Are neighbours usually close to each other in your country? What is your neigborhood like What you like most about it? Do you think it is important to have a good relationship with your neighbours? TOPIC 5: Let’s talk about Work and Study What is your job? I am a officer Is there anything you dislike about your work? there is not anything I dislike about my work, I love my work It helps me improve communication skills What is your typical working day? Well, I wake up at 6h00 in the morning, I have breakfast and go to work at about 7h00 I start work at and finish at 11h then I go home and cook my lunch, then I take a short nap and start to work again at 1h15 to 5pm I have dinner at home then go to the bed with my family What was your favourtite subject at school My favorite subject at school was Math Because it helps me become carefully TOPIC 6: Let’s talk about Clothes and Fashion What type of clothes you like to wear? Have you ever bought clothes online? How important is fashion to you? TOPIC 7: Let’s talk about Holidays and Festivals What is your favorite holiday? My favorite holiday is Tet I like Tet because it’s the time for family reunion I can enjoy traditional foods and receive best wishes and lucky money What is the most popular holiday in your country? The most popular holiday in my country is Tet In VN, everybody loves Tet What is the most important traditional festival in your country? People usually clean houses, go shopping, travel, visit each other and so on ... time, tell me about your present job I look forward to hearing from you soon Lots of loves, Ly WRITING TASK 2: BALANCED-ARGUMENT ESSAYS Tele-working/55,56,57,58,59 In recent years the vast expansion... every day, but some others are against the idea Discuss both views and give your own opinion Sample writing Homework has been an indispensable activity during students’ learning process Many parents... take good care of their old parents at home because of their responsibility and love (243 words) WRITING PRACTICE TEST /61 Task 1: You have received an email from your father He asked you about