Vstep Speaking - B2 [PDF]

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Linking words _Ngôn ngữ liên kết Part 1 Well, Honestly, To tell the truth, To be honest, Actually, In fact, Frankly, Originally,

Linking words _Ngôn ngữ liên kết Dùng các từ chỉ ý kiến: Personally I think, … In my opinion From my point of view, … To be honest/To tell the truth, … I would say that … / I would say that it really depends … I guess it would depend on … To the best of my knowledge, … As far as I am concerned, …

Paraphrasing Nhắc lại câu hỏi hoặc dùng từ/cấu trúc đồng nghĩa Ex: A: What do you like doing in your free time?” B: What I like doing in my spare time, … Well , I am fond of playing football/ tennis / volleyball…. Actually , I am interested in playing football…. To be honest, I am keen on playing football.

Fillers _ Cụm từ kéo dài thời gian Let me think/ see… Well…….. You see...... You know…. Actually……. How can I say …….. Now, what’s the word

Part 1: Social interactions - 3’ Câu hỏi nghi vấn (Yes/No Questions) - Cách thức trả lời: Trả lời: Yes/ No Lý do  Ví dụ minh họa cho lý do đó Ex 1 : Do you think people should use public transport? Yes, I totally agree that people should use public transports such as, taxi, buses, train and so on since these convenient vehicles would save a huge amount of money as well as it would definitely reduce the air pollution.

Part 1: Social interactions - 3’ Ex2: Do you enjoy your job?  Well, most of the time I enjoy my job due to it’s very rewarding to be able to help people every day and the students here are very hardworking and fun to teach, but you sometimes have lessons that do go so well and the money could always be better.

Câu hỏi Wh- Questions - Cách thức trả lời: Đưa ra câu trả lời và các thông tin bổ trợ cho câu trả lời: khi nào (When), tại sao (Why), với ai (Who), như thế nào (How), cái gì (What), ở đâu (Where).... Ex 1 : What do you like about your hometown?  You know the best thing about living in my hometown is that everything is at your fingertips. What I am try to say is that everything is totally convenient .Besides, I just adore the local cuisine which is served by friendly local people. However, I’m a little bit afraid that I can’t stand the traffic jams during rush hours.

Câu hỏi Wh- Questions Ex2: Where would you go to buy flowers?  It would depend on the occasion or event, and who I was buying them for. If it is just a small gift for someone and it isn’t a particularly special event, then I will probably pick some flowers up at the supermarket because it is very convenient. If it is for an important event, or someone really special, then I guess I will go to a florist where I can find something a little different or out of the ordinary.

Career 1. What is your job? Well, I work as …. I am working for ……..( company). I am in charge of ……./ I am responsible for…………. Everyday I have to…… 2. How long have you been working as ......... ? Actually, I have been working for ….years/ since I graduated from university. 3. Why do you like your job? ( well –paid job, friendly co-workers, dynamic working environment) To tell the truth, I am really fond of my job for the following reasons. Firstly, it is a well- paid job. Secondly, my co-workers are very friendly/ social and helpful/ supportive. Finally, I think the working environment is dynamic/ perfect.

Hometown 1. Where do you come from? Originally, I was born in …… ,which is located in ………. 2. Do you like living in... (candidate’s hometown)? Actually , I am really fond of my hometown because this is the place I was born and grew up. In addition, there are a lot of my relatives and my friends who spent the childhood with me. 3. What is it famous for? In fact, my hometown is well known for local cuisines such as ……..More over, the scenery is very beautiful / stunning / magnificent/ romantic/peaceful.

Favorites places 1. Where do you usually go when you have spare time? In my free time, I usually go to the cinema because I like watching film especially American action film. The special effects and soundtrack is always perfect/ excellent.

Actually, I like outdoor activities like going fishing, going camping. You know, I am a student and I have to study in the classroom during weekdays. Therefore, I need to breathe the fresh air , and feel close to the nature. That is why I like going out when I have free time. 2. Are there many interesting places where you live for people to go at weekends? Of course, there are many interesting places for people to go at the weekend. People usually go the walking street where they can sit on the bench to chat with their friend or looking at passer-by strolling up and down. Young people like gathering at the square to take photos or eat snacks. Some people like eating at the restaurants or linger at the coffee shops. 3. In what way is café a great place for people to enjoy their free time? To be honest, I think café is a wonderful place for people to enjoy free time. Firstly, most of cafes have spacious areas and are decorated with environmentally friendly materials like plants, bonsais, and parachutes, so the scenery looks very attractive/ eye catching. Second, they often play the diverse music that pleases the ears. Finally, they also serve light meals at reasonable/ affordable price.

Go to the cinema/concert/ gym/ shopping malls Play sports (soccer/ volley ball/ basket ball/ tennis/ badminton)/chess Play the guitar/the organ/the piano Stay around to do the housework Surf on the internet, chat with my friends on facebook Hang out with my friends Go shopping / camping / fishing

Fashion 1. Do you try to follow the latest fashion? To tell the truth, I am a big fan of fashion, but I never try to follow the latest fashion. Simply because I like the fashion which is suitable for my tastes and my shape, which makes me more confident and beautiful. 2. What kind of clothes do you like to wear? Actually, I am a student, so I usually wear casual clothes such as jeans and T-shirt when I go to school everyday. I sometimes wear dress or skirt/ shorts/shirt/ kaki pants when hanging out with my friends. On formal occasion like wedding party, I prefer to wear long dress /mini skirt and blouse/ suit. 3. Which do you prefer, shopping in a small shop or a supermarket? Well, it depends. I like going shopping in a small shop for casual clothes because the price is usually affordable. If I had more money, I would go to the supermarket which has diverse goods with brand name like Gucci or Dior. Also, I am fond of looking at the bulky colourful stuff on the shelves and sample new products and take advantage of promotion.

Food and drink 1. What food do you like? Honestly, I prefer traditional food/ home-made food/ fast food/take –away food/ delicasten food/canned food. Simply because traditional food is always tasty, suitable for my palate and healthier. Sometimes I eat fast food/ take-away food because I do not enough time to cook.To me, home –made food is always wonderful/ delicious/ fantastic because it reminds me of my mom’s cooking. 2. Do you like eating fast food or home cooked food? Why? Actually, I do not like eating fast food because they contain a lot of calories and fat. Some of them are dry and hard such as fried chicken or French fries because of being deep fried in oil, which is not good for my health. 3. What do you often cook for your family? Honestly, I am rather busy studying at school and doing assignments/ doing part time job.However, when I have free time. I like cooking something to treat myself or invite some of my friends to come over. Chicken curry/ fried rice/ fried chicken/ beef steak / crab soup and Thai Hot pot / spaghetti/ boiled chicken/ steamed fish are my favorite dishes.

Leisure activities 1. What do you like doing in your free time?

2. Why do you like doing it?

3. How much time do you spend doing that?

Sports 1. What sports do you like best? Why? 2. Do you prefer indoor or outdoor sports? Why? 3. Do you know why people like to play sports?

Music 1. Do you like music? Why/Why not? 2. What is the most popular kind of music in your country? 3. How is music good or not good for people?

TV programmes 1. How many hours a day do you watch television? 2. Which programmes do you like? 3. Do you prefer watching television alone or with other people? Why?