Writing

3.1 you have bought a faulty item and you want to return it. Write a
formal letter to the company.
Dear Sir,
Last week, I ordered a coffee machine from your company's
website. However, when I just used it, the machine stopped working
I would be very grateful if you could send someone to fix it for me
as soon as possible.
I do hope that this problem will be solved quickly.
Thank you very much for your help.
Yours sincerely,
Thao Ly

3.2. You have just had a wonderful holiday staying with some
friends in the countryside. Write a letter to your friends. In your
letter:
Dear Trinh

After arriving home from your hometown I have decided to write this
letter to you. First of all, thank you very much for welcoming me at
your house. That's the happiest time I have experienced. Please
send my deep gratitude
I still remember clearly what we did together. Especially when we
walked along the rice fields at harvest time, lay on the grass and
looked at the blue sky. We told each other many interesting jokes.
Every time I think of those beautiful memories, I really wish to visit
you again sometime. So I decided to meet you a this summer
holiday. If you don't mind, I hope we can meet at our school gate.
I look forward to receiving your reply.
Love
Ly
3.3 You have just bought a new camera from an online shop
called Nicepics.com. Unfortunately, the camera doesn't work
properly. Write a formal letter of complaint.

Dear Mr. Quan

Last week, I ordered a printer from your store. However, when I
printed out my document, the printer stopped working suddenly.
I would be very grateful if you could send someone to fix it for me
as soon as possible?
I do hope that this problem will be solved quickly.
Thank you very much for your help.
Yours sincerely,
Ly

3.4 Write a note to your friend inviting him/her to do something with

you this weekend.
To: nghi

Next Sunday, my classmates and I will go camping at Suoi Chi

stream before summer vacation. Each of us will contribute VND
120,000 to pay for our dinner at the stream beach. We will wade in
the stream, bathe in the stream. We're going to enjoy some of the
seafood we've bought.
See you in front of the university of finance and accounting, at 10
o'clock. I think we'll have a good time.
If you want to join us please contact me on my phone number
0334843824 or via myzalo so I know asap.
Best regards
LY

3.5 Write to an English-speaking friend, inviting them to a special

event in your country.
Dear Dinaaa

How are you? Is everything fine with you?

I am writing to invite you to attend my village lunch party. The party
will be held in the cultural house, 3 kilometres from my house.
There will be about 60 people. You should wear a suit instead of
shorts and a T-shirt. There will be many traditional games at this
event such as water-fetching, rice-cooking, fire-making and
traditional dance.
If you are free, I want to invite you to spend a night at my house so
that in the evening, we can go to the village stadium to watch the
traditional dance in front of the camping fire. I am sure you will like
it.
Meet soon!
With love
Ly

3.6 Your English-speaking friend is doing a school project on

environment project and wants to know if pollution is a problem in
your country. Write an email to your friend about this.
Dear Hana

As a developing country, Vietnam faces many problems of

environmental pollution, climate change, sea level rise, degradation.
I think environment pollution is an alarming issue in Vietnam. There
are many kinds of pollutions such as air pollution, water pollution,
noise pollution...In my view, air pollution is the biggest problem. In
order to reduce air pollution, we should carry out some solutions:
First, Encourage people use public transport instead of their own
cars and motorbikes.
Second, we should reduce, reuse and recycle.
Third, we should use reusable and biodegradable bags (canvas
bags) when shopping in order to save energy, money
Moreover, each person needs to be aware of their own
responsibility in protecting the environment by picking up their own
litter.
Finally, people actively participate in garbage collection activities in
public places andunder the sea

SPEAKING
SPEAKING: TOPIC CARDS FOR REFERENCE
5.1 Speaking topic card 1
PART 1. SOCIAL INTERACTION (3")

1. Let's talk about films.

- What kind of films do you like?
=> I like atction film/comedy
-Who is your favourite actor/actress?

=> Dieu Nhi

- How often do you go to the cinema?

=> Once a month

2. Let's talk about holiday.

- Do you like going on holiday? Where would you like to spend

your holiday?

=> yes i do, I often go to coastal cities such as Nha Trangg, Ninh
Thuan, Quy Nhon

- Do you think having a holiday is important? Why?

=> yes i do, because Vacation helps us to rest after hard working
days

- What do you need to prepare before your vacation?

=>of course money, clothes, same basic medicines, shoes

Part 2 TOPIC DEVELOPMENT

There are many advantages to learning a foreign language.

Firstly, being able to speak a new language, for example English
helps you communicate and exchange information easier with
people around the world. Secondly, it is very useful for traveling
purposes. Thirdly, being able to understand a foreign language
will help you find a vast world of job opportunities.

Follow-up questions:

1.What language rather than English would you like to learn,

why?

I would like to learn Chinese. Knowing Chinese Will be a great

opportunity for me to learn about the cultural aspects and
civilization. because I want to travel to China

2. Why do some people learn a foreign language better than

others?

because they are interested in that language and they study hard
PART 3: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (4') Situation: One of your
friends wants to save money on shopping. There are three ideas
to consider: shopping online, buying discounted products and
going window-shopping. In your opinion, Which is the best way?

I prefer shopping online because you often have more choice.

Things are cheaper so you can save time and money. I don't like
window-shopping as it is addictive and can lead you into impulse
buying. Moreover, buying discounted products is sometimes
problematic because most of the products are near the expiry
date.

5.2 Speaking
5.2 Speaking topic card 2 PART I SOCIAL INTERACTION (3)

1. Let's talk about your weekend

- How do you usually spend your weekend?

i usually go sea and go out with you friends

-In your opinion, what would be the most interesting way to spend
a weekend?

go out with family

- What did you do last weekend?

I went to hue
2. Let's talk about your future job.

Are you going to apply for a job after your graduation ceremony?

yes i am

-Where would you like to work in the near future?

In big cities (HCMCity, ĐN)

-Which skills do you need to improve more?

soft skills

PART 2: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (5)

1.Do you prefer to exercise with other people or on your

own?/Why?

I like to exercise alone,because I like the quiet

2. In what ways does stress affect our health and life?

will make us tired and not focus on work

PART 3: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (4")

Situation:
Your friend has some free time at weekend. She/He is
considering one of the following options: listening to music,
playing chess, and going to the cinema. In your opinion, which is
the best choice?

=>In my opinion, you should watch movies because there are

attractive and attractive movies that will help us relax after a busy
week

5.3 Speaking
5.3 Speaking Topic 3
PARTI SOCIAL INTERACTION
1. Let's talk about your close friends.
Do you have many close friends? /Do you and your friends share
the same
interests?
Yes I do.Yes of Course we share the same hobbies
How do you like to spend your free time with your friend?
My friend and I often go shopping together.
-What makes a good friend?
-> A good friends is the one who can share joys and sorrows with
you 2. Let's talk about sports.
What's your favourite sport?
Play in badminton.
Who do you often play sport with?
my friends
-Why do you like playing it?
-> Because it will keep you awake and healthy
PART 2: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (5)

Follow-up questions:
1. What are the other benefits of reading?
2. How are your reading habits different from your parents'?
PART 3: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (3)
Situation: Your friend has some free time at weekend. S/He is
considering one of the three options:shopping, taking photos,
learning English. In your opinion, which is the best choice?
In my opinion, learning I is the best cloke because it is an
international language and it is very helpful for you to grid a good
job on the future.
I'm not good at photograping So I don't enjoy tallos, photos. I don't
like shop to asitis Verycostly and time of Consung.

5.4 Speaking
Topic card 4: PART 1. SOCIAL INTERACTION (37)

1. Let's talk about parties

-Do you enjoy going to a party?
Yes, I do
-What do you usually do at a party?
I often socialize with my friends: for example chat, sing
-On what occasions do you hold a party?
Birthday, New Year
2. Let's talk about your hometown
-Where are you from?/ What is it like?
i am from Binh Dinh. It is a small, beautiful city in the Central
Vietnam.
Do you think your hometown is a good place for young people?
=>For me, I think yes it is because hometown is the best.
Would you prefer to live somewhere else?
=>If I had a chance, I would live abroad (in china for example
PART 2: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (5')

There are many ways to protect the environment. Firstly, you

should plant more trees and reuse, recycle things properly. You
shouldn't throw rubbish carelessly. Thirdly, try to save energy, water
and electricity and avoid using plastic bags. In my opinion, use a
bicycle or walk instead of using a car for short trips so that we
can save energy, keep our atmosphere cleaner also maintain a
healthy lifestyle.

1. The main causes of environmental pollution are chemical

wastes, water sources, forest fires, harmful gases are released into
the environment.

2. We should drop litter in a trash bin, not on the ground/ clean

after your pet/ Use recycled products when you can/ don't pollute
the water

PART 3: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (4')

Situation: Your dad wants to lose weight. He is considering one of
these options: jogging, going to the gym, doing yoga. In your
opinion, which is the best choice?
I think that jogging in the early morning is the best option for my dad
because it helps him improve his health, lose weight and reduce
risks of various diseases. Going to the gym and doing yoga are not
suitable for him as he doesn't have much free time after work.
5.5. Speaking topic 5

PART 1. SOCIAL INTERACTION (3') 1. Let's talk about your daily

life
-How much time do you spend at home?
=>A little time
-Could you tell us about a day you've really enjoyed recently?
=>I enjoyed a day when I went camping with my friends/family
What's your favourite day of the week?
=> Saturday because I don't have to study/work on that day
2. Let's talk about your free time activities.
-What do you often do in your free time?
=>I often do morning exercise/ play sports/listen to music -Do you
watch TV? If no, why not? If yes, which TV channel do you like
best? Why?
=> Yes, I do. I live programs on VTV3/VTV6
-Do you read books? If no, why not? If yes, what kinds of books do
you like best? Why?
=> Yes, I do. My favourite books are detective stories because they
are
interesting
PART 2: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (5)
There are many benefits of cheap air travel. Firstly, it reduces
travelling costs. Secondly, it creates more business opportunities.
Thirdly, it helps promote tourism development.
In my opinion, one of the advantages of cheap air travel is that
passengers can save a lot of money and use it for other purposes
(going sight-seeing, buying souvenirs,...).
1. Yes, of course there are. For example, flight delay, safety
problems, lack of luxuries (seats are not comfortable/ you are not
provided with water and food)

2. Yes, I do because it broadens travel possibilities for many

people, particularly for the lower income group/ gives ordinary
people to enjoy travel opportunities

PART 3: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (4)

Situation: Your pen friend wants to visit his cousin in Hanoi city.
S/He is considering one of the three kinds of transports: cars, trains,
and planes. In your opinion, which is the best choice?

I think that travelling by train is the most suitable choice for my pen
friend because he likes the pleasant outdoors when the train
passes by and he doesn't want to get stuck on the road due to
traffic jam. He doesn't like travelling by car and air because they are
not as safe as travelling by train.
PART 3: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (4) Situation: Your pen friend
wants to visit his cousin in Hanoi
city. S/He is considering one of the three kinds of transports: cars,
trains, and planes. In your opinion, which is the best choice?

I think that travelling by train is the most suitable choice for my pen
friend because he likes the pleasant outdoors when the train
passes by and he doesn't want to get stuck on the road due to
traffic jam. He doesn't like travelling by car and air because they are
not as safe as travelling by train.
5.6. Speaking topic 6
PART 1. SOCIAL INTERACTION (3)
1. Let's talk about your neighborhood.
Can you tell me something about your neighborhood?
My neighborhood is small but very nice.
-What do you like most about it?
=>The view is beautiful and the people are friendly
-Do you plan to live there for a long time? Why/why not?
Yes, I do. Because it is the place where I had many beautiful
childhood memories
2. Let's talk about your learning English.
- When did you start learning English?
->I started learning English when I was six
-How do you learn English?
->By listening to the radio, watching English channels on Youtube
and learning at school
Why do you learn English?
->Because I need it for my future job
Speaking topic card 7:

1. Let's talk about your city.

- Which part of the city do you like best?
I like the Central part/ Southern part.

Why do you like it? Because it is one of the most attractive

destinations. - What are the disadvantages of living in big cities?
=>>Busy towns or cities are often crowded, polluted and things are
rather expensive.
2. Let's talk about going to the library How often do you go to the
library?
=>Twice a week/Once a day
- What do you often do in the library?
=> I read books and learn in groups with my friends
Do you think that fewer people go to the library nowadays?
=> Yes, I do. Because they often read things online.
PART 2: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (5')

There are many advantages of online shopping. Firstly, it saves

time and money. Secondly, it helps customers avoid traffic
problems. Thirdly, there are many cheap products online/ things
online are much cheaper than those in the shops. In my opinion, I
like shopping online because I can shop anywhere and anytime.
1. Yes, I do because shopping online is very convenient.
2. The negative effects of online shopping are lack of shopping
experience (you can't touch the products before you buy),
frauds in online shopping, late delivery.
PART 3: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (4)
Situation: You are considering buying a brand mobile phone. There
are three suggestions for how to get it: placing an order through a
website, shopping in a mall, and calling over the phone. Which one
is the best option for you?
I think that I will buy it at shopping in a mall because I want to
see it, touch it and choose the color that I like.
I don't think placing an order through a website or calling over
the phone are good options because there are frauds or fake
products in online shopping.
5.8. Speaking topic 8
PART 1. SOCIAL INTERACTION (3)
1. Let's talk about your eating habits
-Do you usually eat healthy food?
=>Yesi do. I often eat less rice and meat but more fruit and
vegetable
-What do you often eat at school/ at work?
I often have fruit juice and bread.
What are some of the unhealthiest food you can think of?
=>Fast Food snacks,cakes and candies, sugary drinks
2. Let's talk about your favorite childhood game.
What game did you like playing when you were young?
=>Hide and Seek
Who did you play with?
=>My neighbours friends
What skills did you need to play the game?
=> Thinking, planning and patience skills
PART 2: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (5')
There are many solutions to transport problems. Firstly,
governments should build more roads. Secondly, underground and
train lines should be built. Thirdly, we should apply strict
environment laws. In my opinion, people shouldn't use their own
cars and motorbikes which often causes traffic jams.
1.Yes, I do so that many many people use it to help reduce traffic
jams

2.I think that transport will be better/ faster/ more modern in the
future

PART 3: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (4') Situation: You are planning

your summer holiday. There are three suggestions: a beach
holiday, a climbing holiday, and a sight-seeing holiday. Which do
you think is the best choice for you?

For me, I choose a beach holiday because I enjoy swimming in

the sea and eating seafood. I don't choose climbing because I
hate it and a sight-seeing holiday is time-consuming and often
costly.
Speaking topic 9
PART 1 SOCIAL INTERACTION (3)
1. Let's talk about your childhood
-Where did you grow up?
In my hometown (to Quang Ngai
-Do you miss anything about your childhood?
Yes, I do good childhood memories)
-What is your most interesting childhood memory?
The time I spent playing "Hide and Seek with my old friends
2. Let's talk about technology
-How much time do you spend using computer at work and at
home?
About 8 hours
-What do you use the Internet for?
I use it for searching information and learning English.
-Has the internet nude your job study easier?
Yes if Thanks to the Internet, my work/study has become quicker
and smoother
PART 2: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT (5')

There are several aspects of work. Firstly, the qualifications and

training. Secondly, the relationship with boss and colleagues.
Thirdly, the job duties and work environment are also important. In
my opinion, company culture plays a crucial role, too.

1. What are the best things about jobs?

Fair pay, quality benefits, open-door policy
Flexibility (you have other things to take care of outside of work)....
1.What kind of work would you like to do in the future?
accounting jobs, banking jobs, sale jobs
PART 3: SOLUTION DISCUSSION (47) Situation: You are going to
celebrate your birthday. There are three suggestions for the place
where you can hold the party:in a fast-food restaurant, a barbecue
party, and in your house. What do you think is the best choice?

A party at home is my best choice because it can save time and

money. I don't like a fast-food restaurant because it is Often very
crowded and noisy .And my house isn't big enough to have a
barbecue party in the back yard
Speaking topic 10

PART 1. SOCIAL INTERACTION (3)

1. Let's talk about your childhood
Where did you grow up?
=>In my hometown (In Quang Ngai)
- Do you miss anything about your childhood?
Yes, I do (good childhood memories)
- What is your most interesting childhood memory?
=>The time I spent playing "Hide and Seek" with my old friends
2. Let's talk about technology -How much time do you spend using
computer at work and at home?
=>about 8 hours
-What do you use the Internet for?
>>I use it for searching information and learning English,
- Has the Internet made your job/ study easier?
=> Yes, it has. Thanks to the Internet, my work/study has become
quicker and smoother
Topic 10
There are many benefits of travelling abroad Firstly, you can learn
neww things from different countries.
Secondly you can make new friends and expand your vision and
exchange values.
Thirdly, you can improve languages. In my opinion, you can
wouldn't nosmally do and see at home