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SPEAKING PART 1: Topic 1: Doing exercise 1. How often do you do exercise? - Well, I usually do exercise every day. When I have free time, I go to the gym. - To tell the truth, I do exercise every morning because it helps me to stay healthy and relax. _ Actually, I often do exercise in one hour in the park near my house. 2. Would you prefer to do exercise alone/ individually or with someone else/ the others? - Honestly, I prefer to do exercise alone because I like to spend my time on my own and I can concentrate/ focus on my exercise. - Well, I don’t want to do exercise with the others because they are noisy. - In fact, I prefer to do exercise with the other people because it helps me to have a great time with them. - To tell the truth, I don’t want to do exercise alone because it is boring. 3. How important is it to do exercise? - Well, doing exercise is important in two ways. First, physically, it helps me to be stronger. Besides, doing exercise is a good way to reduce stress. Topic 2: Favourite beach 1. What is your favourite beach in Vietnam? Well, I like Nha Trang best because it is very beautiful, sandy, and sunny. 2. How often do you go there? Honestly, I often go there once a year/ in summer when I have a two - week vacation. 3. What do you often do when you are there?
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Actually, when I am there, I often go swimming, sunbathe and eat sea food. Also, I play some water sports like water skiing, jet –skiing , and sailing boat. Topic 3: Favorite place 1. When you are sad, where do you often go? Honestly, when I am sad, I often go to the coffee shop/ the pub, which helps me relax/ release stress/ depression. Honestly, when I am depressed, I often hang out with my close friends. 2. Do you prefer to go there alone or with someone else? Of course, I prefer to go there alone because I want to relax. 3. Which places do you recommend your friends to go? Well, I recommend my friends to go to Diamond Plaza / Ben Thanh market/ Highland coffee. Topic 4: Time management 1. Are you good at managing your time? Actually, I am good at managing my time. I always make a plan to do something. 2. How do you manage your time? Well, I often manage my time by making a schedule / a timetable and stick to it. 3. How important is the time management? Of course, it is very significant/ crucial/ vital to manage time. Simply because it helps me to work effectively/ efficiently.
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Topic 5: Foreign language 1. What foreign language do you speak? Well, I can speak English very well because I am now working with foreigners. 2. Do you enjoy learning a foreign language? Honestly, I enjoy learning a foreign language very much because I can communicate with foreigners, learn more new culture, travel abroad and have a better job. 3. How important is it to learn a foreign language? Actually, it is very vital to learn a foreign language. Simply because I can get a good job and communicate with other people on social networking. Topic 6: Communication 1. What is your favourite way to communicate with other people? Honestly, I prefer to meet somebody in person because it is emotional. Actually, I prefer face -to -face meeting because it is emotional. Well, I prefer to make a phone call because it is fast and convenient. Well, I prefer to send text messages because it is fast and convenient. 2. Do you prefer sending text messages or talking on the phone? To be honest, I prefer to talk on the phone because it is more convenient. It depends. If something is urgent, I prefer to make a phone call. 3. What is the benefit of face-to face communication with others? The benefit of face-to face communication with others is easy to talk and share ideas. Topic 7: Fast food restaurant 1. Have you ever been to a fast food restaurant? Of course, sometimes I go to a fast food restaurant when I don’t have time to cook. VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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2. What is your favourite fast food? Well, my favourite fast food is hamburger and French fries/chips because they are delicious. 3. Is it healthy to eat fast food? Actually, it is not healthy to eat fast food because they are too greasy/ fat. Topic 8: Sleeping habit 1. How many hours a day do you sleep? Honestly, I sleep 6 hours a day because I have many things to do. 2. How important is it to have a good sleep? In fact, a good sleep is important in two ways. First, physically, it helps me to be stronger and I will not feel tired in the next morning/ when I wake up. Second, a good sleep is a good way to reduce stress and boost my mood. 3. What should we do to have a good sleep? Honestly, I think we should sleep on time and have a light exercise before going to bed. Actually, I think we should sleep on time and listen to some music before going to bed. Topic 9: Mobile phone service 1. How often do you use a mobile phone? Why? Actually, I always use mobile phone to check email, send texting and make a phone call. 2. Are you satisfied with your mobile phone service? Well, I am satisfied with my mobile phone service because the connection is good. 3. What makes a good mobile phone service? Personally, I think, there are many factors to make a good phone service such as the quality of reception, more priorities and promotions. VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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Topic 10: Renting a house/ a flat 1. Have you ever rented a house? Of course, I have rented a house. 2. Would you prefer to pay the rent monthly or yearly? Actually, I prefer to pay the rent monthly because I can afford it. 3. What do you like in a rented house? Honestly, I like the spacious room and a balcony. Topic 11: Traditional music 1.Do you often listen to traditional music? Well, I often listen to traditional music such as folk music and Cai luong music. 2. What is your favourite song? Honestly, my favorite song is………….because…… 3. How important is traditional music in your country? Well, traditional music is very important in my country because it is part of our culture.
Topic 12: Cooking class 1. Have you ever been to a cooking class? Actually, I have been to a cooking class at Women’s House. 2. Would you prefer to go there alone or with someone else? Well, I prefer to go there with my close friend. Simply because we can learn and cook together. 3. How important is cooking class? Well, it is very important because it is life skill. Topic 13: Cinema 1. How often do you go to the cinema?
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Well, I often go to the cinema once a week with my friends. Well, I rarely go to the cinema because I don’t have free time.
2. Would you prefer to watch films at home or at the cinema? Honestly, I would prefer to watch films at home because I feel more comfortable and relaxed. 3. How important is it of going to the cinema? In my opinion, going to the cinema is very necessary because it helps me relax and entertain. Well, I don’t think going to the cinema is important because I like reading book better.
Topic 14: Live/ stay healthy 1. What do you do to stay healthy? Honestly, I always eat healthy food and do exercise every day. 2. Do you think eating healthy or doing exercises is important? Of course, eating healthy and doing exercise are very important because they help us to develop physically and mentally. 3. Can you suggest some ways to stay healthy? Well, I think there are many ways to stay healthy. For example, we should be optimistic / think positively
Topic 15: Seasons 1.How many seasons are there in your country? Well, there are four seasons in my country such as, spring, summer, fall and winter. Well, there are two seasons in my country such as dry season and rainy season. 2. What is your favourite season?
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Honestly, my favourite season is summer. Simply because I can go to the beach with my family. 3. What is the best season to visit your country? Well, I think the best season to visit my country is spring because at that time you can enjoy Tet Holidays with Vietnameses people and visit flower street at down town Topic 16: Music 1. Who is your favourite artist? Well, I am a big fan of ….. because he/she is talented./dances beautifully Well, I am a big fan of MT because she is very talented and kind. Her voice is very outstanding/ excellent / beautiful. 2. Can you name a song that describes yourself? Honestly, the name of a song that describe myself is “I have a dream’ 3. What kinds of music do you like best? To tell the truth, I am very fond of pop music/rap/rock. Topic 17: Community services 1.What kinds of community service have you done? Well, I have attended the Green Summer campaign when I was at university. 2.Who usually works for community activities? Actually, young people, students usually works for communities activities. 3.What are the benefits of participating in community activities? Doing community activities helps young people become more mature, more responsible and more independent. Topic 18: Exams at school 1.How do you usually feel before exams? To be honest, I usually feel nervous / stressed/ worried before exams.
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2.Which is your style of preparing for exams? Prepare long time before exams or prepare just before the exams? Well, I usually prepare long time before exam very carefully. 3.What do you think about doing homework/ home assignment? Honestly, doing homework is very necessary because it helps students review what students learn in class. Topic 19: NEWS 1. Do you keep up to date with the news? Of course, I always update with the news because I don’t want to out of date. 2. What’s your news sources? Actually, I usually read the news on newspaper and listen to the news on radio or TV. Actually, I usually surf on the Internet to get news or log in the social network. 3. How important is it to keep up to date with the news? Well, I think it is necessary to update with the news because it helps me to learn what is happening in the world. For example, I see the weather forecast on TV to avoid bad weather when travelling. TOPIC 20: PARTIES 1. Do you usually go to party? Actually, I am an animal party because I like meeting people to chat/talk 2. What is the party you like the most? Why? Honestly, my favorite party is wedding because it marks the new life of two people. 3. Do you prefer go to parties alone or with group/friends?
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Well, I don’t like to go to parties alone because I will not have a company to talk, which is really boring. TOPIC 21: DIET 1. Do you have a balance diet? Well, I have a balance diet because I eat enough meat, fish, vegetables and fruits. 2. What kinds of food do you often eat? To tell the truth, I often eat organic food/ healthy food such as vegetables, white meat and food containing fibre like sweet potatoes. I often eat sweet potatoes and corn. 3. What kinds of food do you should eat more? Actually, we should eat more vegetables, fruits, and dairy products, but less red meat. TOPIC 22: FUTURE PLANS 1. How important is it to plan for future? Well, it is important to plan for future because it helps us to arrange our time to obtain our target. 2. Do you have plans for your future? What are they? Honestly, I am going to take VSTEP exam. Then , I am going to lose my weight. 3. Do you often achieve what you have planned? Why? Why not? To tell the truth, I sometimes achieve what I have planned. For example, I succeed in losing my weight. Topic 23: FASHION 1. Do you like casual clothes or formal clothes? Actually, I like wearing casual clothes because they make me feel comfortable. VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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2. What is your favorite clothing item in winter? Well, in the winter, I like wearing coat, jeans and boots. 3. How would you dress to work? Actually, I am a secondary school teacher, so I have to wear ao dai every day. Actually, I work in the laboratory , so I have to wear uniform every day. Actually, I like wearing dresses/ and light make- up to work. Topic 24: FAMILY 1. Are you a family person? Honestly, I am a family person. I usually spend my time taking of children, cooking and playing with them. 2. What do you think are the quality of a good wife? Well, I think a good wife is the person who always takes care of her family. Also, a good wife listen to her husband and share everything with him. 3. Do you think your personality will change when you get older? Actually, my personality will change when I get older. I become more mature, patient, and tolerant and sacrificed.
Topic 25: PETS 1. Do people in your country like to keep pets? Why/Why not? Actually, people in my country like to keep dogs as pets because they are friendly and loyal. 2. What is your favorite type of pets? My favorite pet is a dog. Simply because it is friendly, playful and loyal. 3. What are the benefits of having a pet?
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There are a lot of benefits of having a pet. Firstly, a pet is your company which can play with you. Secondly, raising a pet make me more responsible because I have to feed it, take care of it. TOPIC 26: Interview 1. Have you ever been interviewed? Can you describe it? Well, I have ever been in a job interview. I was very nervous. 2. How did you prepare for it? Actually, I prepared a resume, application form and formal clothes. 3. How important is it to prepare for the interview? I think it is very important to prepare for the interview because the first impression is always necessary. TOPIC 28: Sports 1. Do you often play sports? Well, I often play sport every day because it makes me healthy. 1. How often do you play sports? Actually, I spend on hour playing soccer. 2. Who do you usually play sports with? Honestly, I usually play sports with my friends after school.
TOPIC 29: Eating out 1. Do you often eat out? Actually, I sometimes eat out when I don’t have time to cook for my family. 2. What ís your favorite restaurant? My favorite restaurant is Ngon because the food is very delicious. 3. Can you describe it? Well, Ngon restaurant usually serves Vietnamese cuisine such as, cha gio, pho , bun thit nuong and traditional cakes and sweet soup. VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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TOPIC 30: shoes 1. How often do you wear your shoes? Well, I work in an office, so I wear shoes every day. 2. Do you prefer shoes or sandals? Why ? It depends. If it rains, I prefer wearing sandals because it is more convenient. 3. What makes it your favorite pair of shoes? Actually, materials and styles are things I like about a pair of shoes. TOPIC 31: Dictionary 1. Do you often use dictionary? Actually, I sometimes use dictionary. 2. What kind of dictionary do you often use? In fact, I usually use electronic dictionary and on line dictionary. 3. TOPIC 32: Going out 1. How often do you go out ? why? Actually, I seldom go out because I am busy working. 2. Do you prefer to go out alone or with friends? To be honest, I prefer to go out with my friends because it is fun. 3. What do you like to do when you go out? Honestly, when I go out, I like to go to the coffee shop to chat with my friends. TOPIC 33: Television 1. Do you often watch television? Of course, I watch television every evening, which makes me relaxed. 2. What is your favorite program? Honestly, I like the reality show because it is real and fascinating. 3. Do you think television has changed in the past few years? VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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Of course, TV programs have changed a lot in the past few years .They are various and abundant. Topic 34: Collection 1. Did you collect anything when you were a child? Well, I used to collect stamps when I was a child. 2. What do Vietnamese often collect? Honestly, Vietnamese often collect coins and antiques. 3. What will you collect if you have money? To tell the truth, if I have money, I will collect cars. Topic 35: Eating ice cream 1. Do you like eating ice cream? Of course, I like eating ice cream very much because it gives me the pleasure. 2. What is your favourite flavor? Honestly, I am fond of enjoying durian/ chocolate/ vanilla/ mango ice cream.
TOPIC 36: BLOGS 1. Have you ever written online blogs? Honestly, I have ever written online blogs because I would like to recommend delicious food for everyone. 2. What topic do you often write about? Actually, I am very keen on food, so I often write about food. (For example, I wrote about street food in the places where I have ever been to.) 3. What are the benefits of writing online blogs?
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Well, I want to reflect and take notes my feelings about cuisines. (Also, I want to listen to comments from others to learn new things.) Topic 37. ANGER 1. How often do you get angry? Actually, I sometimes get angry about something that I am not satisfied. 2. What do you often do when you are angry? Well, when I am angry, I will try to control my anger by drinking a glass of water. 3. What do you do to control your anger? In fact, I usually try to keep calm because I don’t want to make serious mistakes. Topic 38: Bank 1. Have you ever been to a bank in your area? Of course , I usually go a to bank near my house. 2. What did you do there? Actually, I go the bank to deposit and withdraw my money. 3. How does the ATM service in your area work? In fact, the ATM service in my area works very well. Topic 39: Talk about the neighbor 1. Do you know the people who live next door to you? To be honest, I don’t know well about my neighbours because I am busy working. 2. Do you get along with your neighbors? How? Well, whenever I see them, I always say Hi with them. 3. Are your neighbors helpful? Personally, I think my neighbors are helpful because they sometimes remind me to be careful with thief. VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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Topic 40: Talk about the game show 1. What game show on TV do you watch? Actually, I usually watch Running man/ Master chef/ show because it is fun and entertaining. 2. Do you prefer to watch alone or with someone else? Well, I want to watch TV with my friends and family because it is more interesting. 3. What are the benefits of watching game show? In my opinion, there are many benefits to watch game show. Firstly, it makes me relaxed . Secondly, I can learn more new things about the game. Topic 41: Talk about traffic in town: 1. How much traffic is there in your town? Actually, traffic is very crowded in my town because there are too many vehicles, especially in the rush hours. 2. What are common means of transport in your town? Honestly, the most common means of transport in my town is motorbike .Simply because it is easy to travel around. 3. What are solutions of traffic jams? In fact, there are many possible solutions of traffic jams. First, the government should widen the roads. Secondly, people should use public transportation. Topic 42: Talk about the market 1. How often do you go to the market? Honestly, I go to the market everyday/ on the weekend. Of course, I often go to the outdoor market on the weekend because it is near my house. 2. What sorts of things do you buy there? Well, I often buy everything such as food, shampoo, toothpaste , and kitchen tools.
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3. What are benefits of going to the market? There are many benefits of going to the market. Firstly, I can make bargain. Secondly, I can talk with the sales people. Topic 43: Owning a pet 1. What type of animal do you want to have as a pet? To tell the truth, I like to have a dog as a pet. Simply because it is lovely, friendly and loyal. 2. When did you first have a pet? How did you get it? Well, the first time I have a pet was when I studied at High School. It was a birthday gift from my father. 3. At what age do you think people should start to own a pet? In my opinion, people should start to own a pet whenever they feel responsible to take care of it.
Topic 44: Computer brands 1. What is your favorite computer brand? Well, my favorite computer brand is Apple because this brand is popular and reliable. 2. When did you start using that brand? Actually, I started using that brand when I attended university. 3. Will you continue using that brand in the future? Of course, I still continue using that brand because it is really good. Topic 45: WEDDING PARTY VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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1. Have you ever taking part in a wedding party? Of course, I have ever taken part in a wedding party. It was my friend’s wedding. 2. What do you like the most in a wedding party? Well, I like meeting people and delicious food best. 3. What kind of clothes do you wear when attending a wedding party? Actually, I often wear formal clothes like a long dress/ a suit and a bow tie. Topic 46: MAPS 1. Have you ever used maps? Of course, I have ever used maps to find the streets. 2. Do you prefer paper map or electronic map? Why? Actually, I prefer electronic map because it is more convenient. 3. Have you ever asked for directions instead of using map? What happened? Honestly, I sometimes ask for direction instead of using map. Simply because there is no internet connection in some places, especially in remote areas.
Topic 47: ROOM IN YOUR HOUSE 1. What is your favorite room in your house? Why? To be honest, my favorite room is my bedroom because I can do whatever I want there. 2. What do you often do in the room? Actually, I have a rest. Sometimes , I listen to music or surf on the internet. 3. Topic 48 : DANCING 1. Do you like dancing? VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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To be honest, I like dancing very much although I don’t know how to dance. 2. Why do many people like dancing? Well, many people like dancing because it is a good exercise for health. 3. Where can people learn how to dance in your country? Well, people can learn how to dance at sports centers or private dancing clubs in my country. Topic 49: Vietnamese actress 1. Do you have a favorite Vietnamese actress ? Well, I am a big fan of Ninh Duong Lan Ngoc because she is so beautiful and funny. 2. What makes a good actress? In my opinion, there are many factors to make a good actress. First, she has a beautiful appearance .Secondly, she must have ability to act, which is touching. 3. Is the movie industry developing in your country? Actually, the movie industry is developing in my country. Anyone can make films if they have enough money and good transcript and excellent casting.
Topic 50: Public transport 1. What is your favourite means of public transportation? Well, the most popular public transportation is bus because the fare is very cheap , about 6.000 VND for a ride. 2. What is the most popular means of transportation in your city? Actually, the most popular means of transportation in my city is motorbike. Simply because, it is convenient for every body to travel around. 3. What are the benefits of using public transport?
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Actually, there are many benefits of using public transportation. Firstly, public transportation is economical. Secondly, using the public transportation helps to reduce the green house effects and global warming. Finally, using public transportation reduce the traffic congestion in big cities. Topic 51: Travelling experience 1. What is your most favourite place in Vietnam? Honestly, my favourite place is my hometown. Simply because the weather is cool and the scenery is beautiful. 2. Have you ever travelled alone? Actually, I have never travelled alone because it is so boring. 3. Where would you like to spend your holiday summer? Honestly, I would like to spend my holiday summer in Da Nang because of sandy beaches and delicious sea food.
Topic 52: TRAVELLING BY TRAIN 1. Have you ever travelled by train? Of course, I took a train to Nha Trang last summer. 2. How do you feel about travelling by train in Vietnam? Actually, travelling by train in Vietnam is wonderful because I can look at the beautiful scenery. 3. What are the advantages of travelling by train? VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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Firstly, the benefits of travelling by train is that I can look the scenery through the window. Secondly, the fare is affordable/cheap. Topic 53: SWIMMING 1. Do you usually go to swim? Actually, I go swimming twice a week. Actually, I never go swimming because I cannot swim. 2. Do you prefer go swimming alone or with friends? Of course, I prefer go swimming with friends because it is more interesting. 3. Is it important to learn how to swim? I think , it is very important for people to learn how to swim because it helps us survive in the water. Topic 54: CLOSE FRIENDS 1. Who is she? / he? ……… is my close friend. 2. What do you and your friend usually do together? Well, My friend and I usually hang out or go shopping. 3. How can you two become best friends? Well, we become best friends when we work at the same company.
Topic 55: EVENING WALK 1. How often do you go for an evening walk? Well, I somtimes go for an evening walk . 2. Where do you go for an evening walk? Actually, I usually go around my apartment building. 3. What are the advantages of walking? I think walking is good for health because it makes me keep fit. Also , it helps me to relax. VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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Topic 56: POST CARD 1. Have you written any postcards? Honestly, I have never written any postcards. 2. Who are you writing for? Why? Actually, I am writing for my boyfriend/ girlfriend. 3. What are the benefits of postcards? In fact, the benefits of postcards are various. We can know the new places and the information of relatives. Topic 57: Public holidays 1. Do you like public holidays? Of course, I like public holidays because I have a day off. 2. What public holidays do you have in your country? There are many public holidays in my country such as National Day, Labour Day and TEt holidays . 3. What do people do on public holidays in your country? In fact, people usually have a party or travel . Topic 58 : DATING 1.
Do you like dating?
Actually, I don’t like dating. Simply because I feel annoyed. 2.
Have you ever dated someone? Can you describe your date?
Not yet. If I have a date, I would like someone who is handsome , rich , generous and funny. 3.
What kind of person would you like to date?
Topic 59: RADIO 1.
Do you often listen to the radio?
Actually, I often listen to the radio such as “ Ban Huu duong xa” 2.
What radio channel do you like to listen to?
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Honestly, I like to listen to channel VOV 2 and FM 3.
What are the benefits of listening to the radio?
Well, the benefits of listening to the radio are update the news and release stress/ relax/ entertain myself. Topic 60: WORKING STYLE 1.
Are you a night person or a morning person? Why?
Actually, I am a morning person. Simply because I feel energetic and alert/ awake / active in the morning. 2.
Would you prefer to work as a part of a team or in individual? Why?
To be honest, I prefer to work individually because I don’t like noise and the crowd. 3.
What kind of people do you like to work with?
Well, the people I like to work with are friendly, supportive, funny and active.
Topic 61: INTERNET 1.
Can you access to the Internet from where you work or study?
Of course, I access to the Internet from my work. Simply because I need to check emails of customers. 2.
How does the Internet help your work/study?
Actually, the Internet helps my work a lot. For example, I can search the information, and response students’s parents. 3.
What are the notes for Internet users?
Honestly, the Internet users must protect their personal information.
Topic 62: WEBSITE: 1.
What is your favorite website? Why?
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To tell the truth, my favorite websites are shoppee, Lazada, Sendo because these websites are very useful and convenient. 2.
How often do you use it?
Honestly, I use these website everyday 3.
What do you use it for?
Simply because I can do online shopping very quickly and cheaply. TOPIC 63: MAKING A SPEECH 1. Have you ever made a speech in public? Actually, I have never made a speech in public. 2. What would you do to overcome the nervousness? Well, I try to calm down by breathing deeply and slowly. 3. What are the benefits of public speaking? Honestly, public speaking makes me confident to express my ideas. TOPIC 64: TRADITIONAL VILLAGE 1. Have you ever been to a traditional village? Actually, I have ever been to a traditional village in Tay Ninh. 2. What is your favorite traditional village in your country? Honestly, my favorite traditional village in my country is flower villages in Sadec, Dong Thap, and Long Thanh. 3. What can be done to maintain the traditional village? Well, I think that the government should support farmers to maintain the traditional village. TOPIC 65: ART GALLERY 1. Have you ever been to an art gallery? Actually, I have ever been to an art gallery once time. 2. Would you prefer to go there alone or with someone else?
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Honestly, I would prefer to go there alone because I want to appreciate the art. 3. What are the benefits of going to an art gallery? Well, I think we can open my mind about the art and learn more about the culture. TOPIC 66: TECHNOLOGY 1. Do you have a lot of technology to your life? Actually, I have a lot of technology to my life such as a smart phone and a lap top. 2. What is the most favorite device? Well, my favorite device is my smartphone because I can check email, take photos, listen to music and make a call. 3. How important is technology to your life? Of course, technology is very important to my life because it makes my life more comfortable and convenient. TOPIC 67: RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR PARENTS 1. Who are you closer to? Your mother or father? Why? Actually, I am closer to my mother/father because we have some things in common. 2. What do you like to do when you are together? Well, we like to talk about fashion and shopping/sports 3. Do you want to live with your parents when you get married? Honestly, I don’t want to live with my parents when I get married because I don’t want to bother them. TOPIC 68: Online shopping 1. Do you often shop on line? Actually, I often shop on line every day/ three times a week VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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2. What kinds of products are often sold online? Well, shoes, clothes, home appliances and food are often sold online. 3. What are the benefits of online shopping? Honestly, the benefits of online shopping are to save time and pay fast.
TOPIC 69: High school days 1. Did you enjoy your time at High school? Why? Actually, I enjoyed my time at High school because I felt carefree. 2. What subjects did you like/ dislike? Well, the subject I liked is English/Math / Chemistry. 3. What would you like to change about your school days? Honestly, I wouldn’t like to change anything about my school days because they were good experience and memories.
Topic 70: Your best friend 1. Who is your best friend? … …… is my best friend. We made friends when we were at high school. 2. What do you usually do together? Actually, we usually talk with each other, hang out, eat snack and go shopping together. 3. What makes a good friend? Honestly, I think sincerity, trust and mutual help make a good friend.
Topic 71: Home punishment 1. Have you ever punished by your parents? Actually, I have ever punished by my parents. 2. What are the common types of home punishment? VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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Well, my parents force me to face up to the wall. 3. Should children be punished when they make mistakes? Honestly, I think children should be punished when they make mistakes. Simply because punishment is a form of deterrent.
Topic 72: your favorite website 1. Do you often listen to online music? Why or why not? Honestly, I am very keen on listening to online music. Simply because it makes me relax and entertain. 2. What is your favourite website to listen to music? Can you describe it? Well, my favorite website to listen to music is you tube. It is very easy to download the music and it always update new hits. 3. What makes it your favorite website to listen to? Actually, the variety of music makes my favorite website to listen to.
Topic 73: NOISE 1. What are the common noise in your living area? Well, the common noise in my living area are car horn , traffic and loud music. 2. How do you feel about the noise? Actually, I feel annoyed / stressed about the noise. 3. How would you deal with the noise in your neighbourhood? Honestly, I wear my headphones / play soft music/close all the windows.
Topic 74: PERSONALITY 1. How would you describe yourself? Well, I am friendly and helpful. VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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2. In what ways are you similar to your friends? Honestly, we are young, friendly and helpful 3. What are the common characteristics of people in your town? Actually,the common characteristics of people in my town are nice, generous and helpful.
TOPIC 75: Favorite colours 1. What is your favorite color? Well, my favorite color is purple/ red/ blue 2. Are there any colours that have a special meaning in your country? Well, there are many colours that have special meaning. For example, red symbolizes for luck. 3. Do you think different people like different colours? Why not ? Honestly, people like different colours because they have different preferences/ interests
Topic 76: FAVORITE VIDEO 1. What is your favorite video? What is it about? Honestly, my favorite video is detective video 2 How do you often watch the video? Why? Actually, I watch the video once a week. 2. Why do you like that video? Well, I like watching detective video because it is thrilling.
Topic 77: CHARITY ORGANIZATION 1. What are the purposes of a charity organization?
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Well, the purposes of a charity organization are to help poor people and to support for difficult plights. 2. Would you like to work for a charity organization? Why? Actually, I like to work for a charity organization because I want to make my life meaningful by helping difficult people. 3. Is charity work popular in your country? Honestly, charity work is popular in my country. For example, we have Vietnamese Red Cross, charity organizations from churches, pagodas and schools.
Topic 78: ROCK MUSIC 1. Do you often listen to rock music ? why/ why not? Well, I don’t often listen to rock music because it is so loud. 2. Do you know any famous rock bank or singers? Actually, I used to be a fan of The Wall – Bức Tường band./ Three cats 3. Is it good to listen to rock music? Why/why not/ Honestly, I think it is good to listen to rock music because it helps me to relax.
Topic 79: BIRDS 1.What are your favorite type of birds? Well, my favorite type of birds is parrot/ crow./ pigeon/ penguin 2.How do people in your country treat birds? Honestly, people in my country treat birds well. 3.Do birds have any special meaning in your country? Actually, some birds have special meaning .For example, pigeon refers to peace. VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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Topic 80: Driving 1. Can you drive a car? Well, I can drive a car 2. How is the traffic situation in your country? Actually, the traffic situation in my country is terrible because the traffic is always crowded. 3. Do you prefer to be a driver or a passenger? Honestly, I prefer to be a passenger because I cannot concentrate well.
Topic 81: Day –off 1. Do you often have a day off work/ school? Why /why not? Well, I often have a day off work at the weekend. 2. Where do you go on that day? Actually, I often go shopping and clean up my house. Actually, I often go to the coffee shop with my friends. 3. What activities do you often do on that day? Honestly, I go to the gym, and cook a delicious meal for my children. Honestly, I play sports, go fishing with my children.
Topic 82: Holidays 1. Which time of the year do you often go for your holidays? Well, I often go for my holidays in July because I have a time off. 2. What do you often do on your holidays? Honestly, I often spend time going swimming and sunbathing at the beach. 3. Can you name some of the VN national days? VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1_ B2
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Typically, we have National day, Labour day, the King’s death anniversary.
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