Vocabulary for 22 topics in ielts

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Tổng hợp từ vựng 22 topics phổ biến nhất trong IELTS Speaking

Topic 21: Food and DietTopic 22: Books and Films

TOPIC 1EDUCATION

Double-major: Học song bằngFlying colors: Điểm caoSenior: Sinh viên năm cuốiSophomore: Sinh viên năm 2Elective subject: Môn tự chọn

Have deeper insight into: Hiểu thêm vềPresentation: Bài thuyết trình

Do research into: Nghiên cứu về cái gìKeen learner: Người học tích cựcDedicated teachers: Giảng viên tận tâm

Broaden one’s common knowledge: Mở rộng kiến thức thông thườngVocational training: Đào tạo nghề

Higher education: Các cấp học sau bậc THPT

Move up the career ladder: Thăng tiến trong công việcStudy environment: Môi trường học tập

Studious: Chăm chỉ

Attitude towards studying: Thái độ học tậpCompulsory subject: Môn học bắt buộcLearning materials: Tài liệu học tậpEducation background: Nền tảng giáo dụcAcademic transcript: Bảng điểm đại học

High distinction degree: Bằng tốt nghiệp loại xuất sắcExceptional: Kiệt xuất, xuất sắc, xuất chúng

Reach new heights of knowledge: Đạt đến những đỉnh cao tri thức mớiCharacteristic: Tính cách

Stimulate: Kích thích, thôi thúc

Mutual understanding: Sự thấu hiểu lẫn nhauSense of responsibility: Tinh thần trách nhiệmBachelor's degree: bằng cử nhân

Master's degree: bằng thạc sĩBookworm: mọt sách

Eager beaver: người nhiệt tình và chăm chỉ

Internship: thực tập sinh

Not the sharpest tool in the shed: chỉ một ai đó không thông minh cho lắmPublic schools: trường công

Schoolboy error: một lỗi sai cơ bản và ngớ ngẩnto fall behind with studies: học kém hơn các bạn khácto goof around: dành thời gian làm những việc vô bổto learn something by heart: học thuộc lòng

to meet a deadline: hoàn thành một việc gì đó trước thời gian quy địnhto pass with flying colours: vượt qua bài thi với kết quả xuất sắc

Do you work or are you a student?

At the moment I'm studying I’m doing a graduate degree in molecular biology in the Vanderbilt University.

Why did you choose that subject?

I've always loved life sciences, particularly biology And when I received my bachelor's degree I took a research internship in a laboratory where I studied interactions between proteins And then I understood that I want to pursue my career in biochemistry or molecular biology.

Can you describe yourself as a good student?

Well, overall I think I am a good student I am not an eager beaver, nor the teacher's pet but I'm good at scientific subjects and, most importantly, I like studying.

Did you enjoy/Do you enjoy studying at school?

I've never really liked school I'm not a bookworm and a lot of humanities subjects seemed boring to me However, the workload was not too big The other good thing about school is seeing your friends And fortunately, I had awesome classmates.

PART 2:

Describe a period of time from your studies that was the most difficult for you so far You should say:

• When it was • Why was it hard

• What you were doing at that time

I would like to talk about my last school year It was really diffucult due to enormous amounts of homework I had to do and all the exams I had to prepare for Em, so I studied hard, having no time to goof around.

Moreover, I forgot a lot of things from the school curriculum, that's why I had to do a lot of revision But despite the tough preparation, I managed to set aside some time to rest and interact with my friends and family After all, my efforts were not in vain I passed all the exams well and was admitted to the university of my dream.

PART 3

What are some essential qualities every teacher should have?

As for me, every teacher should be able to catch student's attention It is very important to make your subject interesting to the others Also, teacher should be a subject specialist and a kind, helpful person

What are some pros of studying on a distance learning course?

To be honest, I think it's very advantageous to study in such way It gives you more time flexibility, especially if you have a job Not to mention that it is fairly cheap, compared to face-to-face classes

Does everybody get equal opportunities to study?

Definitely not I think it really depends on a country you live in Moreover, it depends on your financial capabilities Some schools and universities are just too expensive Only a small fraction of people can afford to study there.

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TOPIC 2CELEBRITIES

Take an avid interest in: Cực kỳ yêu thích cái gìBuzz: Ồn ào

Unending perseverance: Sự nỗ lực không ngừng nghỉProfressional competing: Thi đấu chuyên nghiệpGain a reputation for oneself: Nổi tiếng

Take the country by storm: Gây bão cả nướcMake headlines: Tràn ngập trên các mặt báoWell-known: Nổi tiếng

True philanthropist: Nhà nhân đạo đích thựcHigh-end clothes: Quần áo hàng hiệuShow off one’s status: Phô trương thanh thếCost a fortune: Rất đắt đỏ

Trend-setter: Người dẫn đầu xu hướngHave a head for: Có khả năng làm gìStanding ovation: Khán giả đứng lên vỗ tay

Monument of courage: Tượng đài về lòng dũng cảmPrejudice: Thành kiến

Sense of humor: Khiếu hài hước

Cannot keep one’s eyes off: Không thể rời mắt khỏi cái gìMotivation: Động lực

Role model: Hình mẫu lý tưởng

Endorse: Xuất hiện trong quảng cáo của một nhãn hàngDecrease in popularity: Giảm uy tín

General public: Công chúngRepresentative: người đại diệnProfessionalism: sự chuyên nghiệpOutstanding: xuất sắc, nổi bậtBias: thành kiến

To be on top of the list: đứng đầu danh sách, được ưu tiên nhất

What’s going on when the curtains close: những bí mật của giới showbizTo rise to stardom: trở nên nổi tiếng

With the assistance of: với sự trợ giúp của Prominent: đáng chú ý

Notorious: tai tiếng

Aptitudes: Năng khiếu thiên bẩmAt one fell swoop: cùng một lúcPhenomenon: hiện tượng

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Celebrities

PART 1:

Who is your favorite celebrity in your country?

I guess not only me, a number of young people have been highly impressed by her for the past months - H'Hen Nie She is oure Miss Vietnam After the beauty contests, she became well-known for her outstanding beauty, her amazing characteristics and also her kindness.

Do you like any foreign celebrities?

Absolutely The person I’m gonna talk about is my idol ever since I was a teenager - Miley Cyrus I guess most people at the same age as me grew up with Disney Channel and among its successful series, Hannah Montanah would always be on top of my list Although now she’s grown up, I’m still a big fan of her amazing voice and highly inspiring songs.

Would you like to be a celebrity? Why?

Well though I’ve never thought about it, I’m pretty sure that rising to stardom would never be one of my life goals I appreciate all the efforts that the celebrities, no matter which field they’re working on, are making every single day However, I find myself not belong to that world, I mean, you never know what’s going on when the curtains close, right? So yeah, I don’t think I want to become a public figure, to be honest.

Do you think we should protect famous people’s privacy?

Indeed As you probably can tell, these days fans, anti-fans and even non-fans are so curious about what their bias are doing Some are aggressive that they mentally attack their bias by leaving bad comments online Some even approach them in person on the street, especially the so-called paparazzi Thus I strongly agree that there should be some regulations to protect the celebrities’ privacy.

How do celebrities influence their fans in your country?

I think the influence of celebrities on fans is extensive It’s somehow natural to follow our bias and try to be like them At the first place it could probably be just physical changes like clothing, hairstyle or makeup However thanks to social network, fans and idols are much closer now, sometimes it’s just a status away However this mental connection is a two-edged sword, meaning the idols actually need to be more careful about their lifestyle or their manners.

PART 2:

Describe a famous person that you admire You should say: • Who is this person

• What is their specialty • Why do you admire him/her

In my to-meet list, there are so many well – respected celebrities whom I am desired to meet and spend time with However, I would like to share about Pele, who is nicknamed as the greatest soccer player in the Globe Initially, I really need to kick off with the point that Pele was just 17 when he first played in World Cup in Sweden of 1958 for Brazil Despite his very young age, he was selected as to the national team participating in one of the biggest sports competition on the planet Back then, he was not the star player but when his teammate was hurt, Pele went into the game He immediately scored goal and Brazil won the World Cup With his amazing aptitudes and skills, Pele was feared by other teams The Brazilian government even named him as a national treasure It is not doubtful to say that Pele is one of the biggest factors making Brazil’s soccer so well – known His last World Cup was in Mexico in 1970 Brazil scored 4 goals against Italy to win the World Cup for the third time Another point that I would like to share is that Pele owns an admirable career that every soccer players crave for Pele holds many soccer records such as having over 1000 goals in his career He was nominated athlete of the Century in 1980 and became a member of a Soccer Hall of Fame in 1993 Although he’s now retired from professional competition, Pele is still considered as a great inspiration for soccer players and lovers.

PART 3:

In general, how do people become famous?

In the era of technology, being famous has never been easier People who have extraordinary skills or abilities /talents in any field would be able to become famous with the assistance of the media.

What kinds of people become famous?

In my opinion, there are two kinds of fame that are consistent with two types of people The first type is well-reputed people with admirable skills or dedication to the civilization They are usually scientists, researchers, athletes, or soldiers spending their lifetime working toward success without the desire to become well-known The other type is attention/publicity-seeking people, who often are celebrities in the entertainment industry, politicians or those becoming famous overnight.

Do you think to be famous, a person needs to have some special talent (or ability)?

No, I don’t think so Besides incredible aptitudes, people can also be famous for other qualities such as beauty or charity work.

What are some general qualities of famous people? Do they have any qualities that are different from ordinary people?

The basic benchmark of famous people is special talent or ability, which not so many people can possess However, there are other qualities which are common that anyone can have such as beauty or kindness because these are not difficult to achieve, for example, undergoing cosmetic surgery or doing charity work.

Compare how people become celebrities today with how people became celebrities years ago, for example, 30 or 50 years ago.

Nowadays, thanks to the modernization of technology, it takes only a few seconds to change a person’s life The invention of smart devices, as well as social networking, has made a person famous at one fell swoop whereas, in the past, the only way to be celebrities was appearing on the television or the radio.

Compare how people become celebrities today with how people became celebrities years ago, for example, 30 or 50 years ago.

Nowadays, thanks to the modernization of technology, it takes only a few seconds to change a person’s life The invention of smart devices, as well as social networking, has made a person famous at one fell swoop whereas, in the past, the only way to be celebrities was appearing on the television or the radio.

TOPIC 3MEDIA

Brief: Ngắn gọnEye-catching: Bắt mắtBe really into: Rất thích

Celebrity endorsement: quảng cáo có sự tham gia của người nổi tiếngRising star: Ngôi sao đang lên

Commercial: Quảng cáo View: Lượt xem

Theme song: Bài hát chủ đềCatchy: Bắt tai

Obsessed with: Bị ám ảnh

Brand image: Hình ảnh thương hiệuInterrupting: Gây bực mình

Inappropriate content: Nội dung không phù hợpAdult-related issue: Vấn đề liên quan đến người lớnCup of tea: Sở thích

Scroll down: Lướt

Keep oneself updated: Cập nhậtUltimate choice: Sự lựa chọn cuối cùngUnique feature: Điểm đặc biệt

Social platform: Nền tảng mạng xã hộiBiggest beneficiary: Người hưởng lợi lớn nhấtUser-friendly: Thân thiện với người dùngMulti-functional: Đa chức năng

Emergence: Sự nổi lên

Anchorperson: phát thanh viên (người dẫn bản tin)

To shift and mold public opinion: dẫn dắt và định hướng dư luận

Credible news: tin tức đáng tin cậyUnbiased: trung lập

Local news: tin địa phươngInternational news: tin thế giớiWorld events: sự kiện quốc tếCurrent affairs: vấn đề hiện thờiBusiness news: tin tức doanh nghiệpGossip: tin tầm phào

Sensational news: tin giật gân

The scandal received wide coverage in the press: vụ bê bối xuất hiện trên trang

nhất của nhiều báo

libel: tin bôi xấu, phỉ bángbreaking news: tin nóng

make the headlines: bỗng nhiên xuất hiện trên bản tin hoặc nhận được nhiều sự

chú ý từ báo giới

Objective reporting: đưa tin một cách khách quanNews coverage: tin trang nhất, tin trang bìaAnalysis: bài phân tích

The story went viral: câu chuyện được lan truyền rộng rãi

The gutter press: loại hình báo chuyên tập trung vào các tin giật gân về đời sống

của người nổi tiếng

Yellow journalism: loại báo chuyên đưa những thông tin ít hoặc không chính thống,

không được tìm hiểu kỹ càng mà sử dụng những tiêu đề bắt mắt để câu khách Nội dung thường bao gồm việc phóng đại các tin tức sự kiện, bán các tin bê bối, biêu xấu hoặc tin kích động, nhạy cảm

Information overload: bội thực thông tin

A slow news day: một ngày không có nhiều tin tứcAttention-grabbing: thu hút sự chú ý

Front page: trang nhất của tờ báo

Hot off the press: tin tức vừa mới phát hành và đang rất sốt dẻo Readership: đội ngũ độc giả của một tờ báo

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Media

PART 1:

Where do you usually get the news from?

14 I commonly get news from TV and Facebook because these two forms of media are very much accessible for me and gives me the freshest updates about fashion trends, politics and the society in general.

Do you read magazines? Which ones?

Definitely I love reading The Cosmopolitan which is a women’s magazine It includes articles about relationships, health, careers and fashion which are very fascinating for me.

Do you often read a newspaper?

I am not really into newspapers because I think it’s monotonous I prefer magazines instead because the cover itself is already eye-catching.

In which kinds of circumstances do you usually listen to the radio?

Well, I used to listen to it every weekend when I was a high school student Back in the day, it was my duty to clean the house on weekends and before I start, I would turn on the radio and choose a loud music to get me in the mood to tidy up our place.

PART 2:

Describe a program on TV or radio you often listen to You should say: • What is it?

• What is that about? • Why you listen to it?

And say what you think could be improved about its output.

For this topic, I’d like to talk about “It’s Showtime” which is a UK noontime variety show This TV program premiered in 2009, airs from Mondays to Saturdays and broadcasts worldwide through “The UK Channel” Most of the host in this show are very entertaining and witty because they can crack a joke with perfect timing which keeps the audience laughing the whole time.

The show is divided into a number of segments such as “Mini Me and Copy-cut” “Mini Me” is a talent competition for kids aged twelve and below and each contestant is featured as a mini version of his or her idol celebrity This segment usually begin in introducing the participant to the audience while they pose on stage, next is the talent show and finally, the question and answer portion.

On the other hand, the “Copy-cut” is a game played by two teams, Team Boys and Team Girls This segment is called Copy-cut because the two groups will be copying pictures that are shown on the screen The judges and audience will be the ones to choose which of the teams copied the picture more accurately and the group who accumulated more points will be the winner.

I think the main reason why the producers of “It’s Showtime” came up with having these segments is to provide entertainment and opportunities to those who participates in the program So far, I’m quite satisfied with this TV program and I can’t think of other improvements they should work on.

PART 3:

Do large media organizations have too much influence?

Yes, I think so Media organizations have extreme influence to people especially children Nowadays, the young are becoming more exposed to the use of Internet and sometimes they come across videos that contains inappropriate contents such as foul words or violence An example for this is my four-year-old nephew who often watch YouTube videos One day, he said a really offending word to one of his friends When I asked him where he learned that word, he said “from YouTube”.

What is the most important medium for people in your country?

I think the most significant tool being used nowadays by the citizens in my country is the social media Social media is not restricted to provide entertainment and socialization In fact, it is the fastest way to get news world-wide because it doesn’t require a particular process before being able to disseminate information to the public For instance, instead of going to school to check the schedule of the entrance exam, test takers can just go to the school’s FB page because it is posted there.

How important are newspapers?

The newspaper has great importance to people because it provides news and information locally and internationally It consist of different sections like national, sports and weather news as well as classified ads However, because of the advancement of technology, traditional newspaper is facing extinction and might be replaced by electronic newspapers in the future Some examples of electronic newspapers are the UK Southport Reporter, Atlantic Highlands Herald and AllNovaScotia.

TOPIC 4ENTERTAINMENT

Extracurricular activity: Hoạt động ngoại khóa

Have one’s energy boosted: Làm cho năng lượng tăng lênHectic: Vội vã, hối hả

Leisure pursuit: Hoạt động trong giờ giải laoRecharge one’s battery: Nạp năng lượngDaily routine: Thói quen hàng ngày

Be a drain on one’s enegery: Lấy hết năng lượng của aiDo wonders for: Rất tốt/có ích cho ai/cái gì

Agility: Sự nhanh nhạy

Sedentary lifestyle: Thói quen ngồi nhiều, ít vận độngPhysical/Mental health: Sức khỏe thể trạng/tâm tríOccupied with: Bận rộn với việc gì

The rat race: Guồng quay mệt mỏi của cuộc sống

Improve social relationships: Cải thiện các mối quan hệ xã hộiPrevalent: Phổ biến

Catch sight of: Bắt gặp hình ảnhTeam sport: Môn thể thao đồng đội

Spectacular and impressive: Ngoạn mục và đầy ấn tượngNotable performance: Màn trình diễn đáng nhớ

Decisive match: Trận đấu quyết địnhMiraculous victories: Chiến thắng kỳ diệuPatriotism: Lòng yêu nước

Pride of national identity: Niềm tự hào dân tộcTeam spirit: Tinh thần đồng đội

Prestigious trophy: Chiếc cúp danh giáTournament: Mùa giải

Strong connection: Sự liên quan mật thiết

Boost tourism industry: Thúc đẩy công nghiệp du lịch

Get a real kick out of (doing) something: rất thích thú thứ gì đó hoặc khi làm việc gì

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Entertainment

PART 1:

Do you have any hobbies?

Well, everyone has their own leisure pursuits, and mine is reading The book I’m reading at the moment is The Godfather by renowned author Mario Puzo It’s a classic, really, and I’d really recommend it.

Is it important to have a hobby?

Definitely! I mean nowadays life is getting more and more hectic, so people are constantly under an enormous amount of stress That’s why it’s necessary to get into some recreational activities to unwind and just forget about life for a minute, you know?

Is it harmful to spend too much time on a hobby?

Yes, I believe spending excessive time on a hobby may have an adverse effect on people You may end up having not enough time for your priorities like family or work For example, it’s easy for me to lose myself in books and neglect the deadlines at work.

What free-time activities would you like to try in the future?

I would love to have a crack at extreme sports in the future, maybe ski-diving It looks like a blast and I think I will get a real kick out of free falling from enormous heights.

PART 2:

Extracurricular activity: Hoạt động ngoại khóa

Have one’s energy boosted: Làm cho năng lượng tăng lênHectic: Vội vã, hối hả

Leisure pursuit: Hoạt động trong giờ giải laoRecharge one’s battery: Nạp năng lượngDaily routine: Thói quen hàng ngày

Be a drain on one’s enegery: Lấy hết năng lượng của aiDo wonders for: Rất tốt/có ích cho ai/cái gì

Agility: Sự nhanh nhạy

Sedentary lifestyle: Thói quen ngồi nhiều, ít vận độngPhysical/Mental health: Sức khỏe thể trạng/tâm tríOccupied with: Bận rộn với việc gì

The rat race: Guồng quay mệt mỏi của cuộc sống

Improve social relationships: Cải thiện các mối quan hệ xã hộiPrevalent: Phổ biến

Catch sight of: Bắt gặp hình ảnhTeam sport: Môn thể thao đồng đội

Spectacular and impressive: Ngoạn mục và đầy ấn tượngNotable performance: Màn trình diễn đáng nhớ

Decisive match: Trận đấu quyết địnhMiraculous victories: Chiến thắng kỳ diệuPatriotism: Lòng yêu nước

Pride of national identity: Niềm tự hào dân tộcTeam spirit: Tinh thần đồng đội

Prestigious trophy: Chiếc cúp danh giáTournament: Mùa giải

Strong connection: Sự liên quan mật thiết

Boost tourism industry: Thúc đẩy công nghiệp du lịch

Get a real kick out of (doing) something: rất thích thú thứ gì đó hoặc khi làm việc gì

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Entertainment

PART 1:

Do you have any hobbies?

Well, everyone has their own leisure pursuits, and mine is reading The book I’m reading at the moment is The Godfather by renowned author Mario Puzo It’s a classic, really, and I’d really recommend it.

Is it important to have a hobby?

Definitely! I mean nowadays life is getting more and more hectic, so people are constantly under an enormous amount of stress That’s why it’s necessary to get into some recreational activities to unwind and just forget about life for a minute, you know?

Is it harmful to spend too much time on a hobby?

Yes, I believe spending excessive time on a hobby may have an adverse effect on people You may end up having not enough time for your priorities like family or work For example, it’s easy for me to lose myself in books and neglect the deadlines at work.

What free-time activities would you like to try in the future?

I would love to have a crack at extreme sports in the future, maybe ski-diving It looks like a blast and I think I will get a real kick out of free falling from enormous heights.

PART 2:

Describe a leisure place that you would like to have in your hometown You should say:

• What is it

• Where you would like it to be

• And explain why you would like to have it.

If I had a chance to choose one recreational place that I want to have in my hometown, it would be definitely a public garden.

I really expect to have a garden where people can not only enjoy the beauty of the nature but also take a stroll or go jogging to get themselves into shape and stay healthy In addition, you know, as I’m a huge fan of roses because of its beautiful external appearance and pleasant smell, I expect it would be a spacious garden, at least about 100,000 meters where there are various types of gorgeous flowers grown, especially roses Also, there must be as many overseas flowers as possible so that I can explore and broaden my horizons about the natural environment I imagine in my mind that the garden is riot of colors, and all the flower beds complemented perfectly together and created idyllic scenes I think it would be great if they can build a fountain or create an artificial lake, because it might draw more attention from visitors I imagine that in the spring, when all roses are in bloom, I go for a walk around the lake, inhale the aromatic smell of roses and get a sense of tranquility in my mind.

I would like to have this garden in my hometown as soon as possible because it can

19 affect positively local people’s mental life Maybe my local authority should know about this expectation and make it come true.

All in all, I believe that it would be such an ideal place for me to relax and recover my energy after hard work.

PART 3

What forms of entertainment are most popular in your country?

All different kinds, TV, music, live events, computer games It probably depends on where you live, how old you are and what things you like to do in your free time When I was at school I used to play a lot of computer games and listen to music and watch TV Now I’m older I go out more and listen to live music and watch more DVDs I guess the most popular for the majority of peope would be TV, watching movies, either at the cinema or on DVD, and going out to parties or to a restaurant with friends.

Do you think men and women have different tastes in entertainment?

Sometimes maybe, but not always My girlfriends and I like different movies and our idea of a good night out is probably diffrent than some of my male friends would like, but then there are lots of things that men and women like doing for entertainment that are the same Comedy is a good example If you like eating out in a nice restaurant then usually it’s the same for men and women also But there are definitely some things like music and books which are quite different for men and women.

What kinds of entertainment do young people like?

For example, my younger sister spends hours chatting to her friends and even peope she doen’t really know on the internet She loves it That’s something I never really did - but she likes it more than watching TV or going out sometimes In general though I think most young people like watching TV, movies, listening to music and chatting to their frinds.

What kinds of entertainment do children like?

It’s almost the same, they like watching TV, playing games on the computer and listening to music Some like reading a lot like my little brother, and they like going to the movies to see a film.

Do you think children (or young people) can learn anything from entertainment?

Yes, they can learn all sorts of things They can learn what’s funny, they can learn about life, people and places and many different things when they are watching TV, a movie or listening to music I think nowadays more than ever they can learn more through entertainment because all the information related to it is on the internet If they want to find out about an actor or someone famous they can just Google them and learn everything they want to about that person.

TOPIC 5FASHION

Have a sense of style: Có gu ăn mặcOn the catwalk: Trên sàn diễnHigh-end clothes: Quần áo đắt tiềnWell-dressed: Ăn mặc đẹp

Classy clothes: Quần áo lịch sựItems of accessories: Phụ kiệnOutfit: Bộ đồ (chỉ chung)Sale season: Mùa giảm giá

Timeless look: Vẻ ngoài không bao giờ lỗi mốtExquisite: Lộng lẫy, tuyệt đẹp

Bespoke clothes: Quần áo thiết kế và may đo theo yêu cầuCasual clothes: Quần áo bình thường

Mix and match: Khả năng phối đồ

Brand-name clothes: Quần áo của các nhãn hiệu đắt tiềnLook sharp: Trông gọn gàng, chỉnh tề

A slave of fashion: Nô lệ cho thời trang (người luôn phải chạy theo những xu hướng

mới nhất)

Must-have items: những món đồ nhất định phải cóWorn out: Rách

Online shopping website: Trang mua hàng trực tuyếnVintage: Hơi hướng cổ điển, xưa cũ

Fashionable: Hợp thời trangWaterproof: Không thấm nướcComes in handy:Tiện lợiMultipurpose: Đa năng

Look good in: Trông đẹp khi mặc gìOn trend: Bắt kịp xu hướng

To be on trend: hợp thời trang

Dressed to kill: ăn mặc đẹp, gây ấn tượng mạnh, thu hút ánh nhìnTo dress for the occasion: ăn mặc đẹp nhân một dịp đặc biệt nào đóFashion icon: biểu tượng thời trang

To get dressed up: mặc diện, thường là để đi chơi

To go out of fashion: lỗi mốt

Hand-me-downs: quần áo cũ của anh chị lớn được chuyển sang cho các em mặc lại To have a sense of style: có gu thời trang

Off the peg: quần áo may sẵnTo suit someone: hợp với ai đó

To take pride in one’s appearance: chú ý đến vẻ ngoài

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Fashion

PART 1:

What type of clothes do you like to wear?

Well, I prefer casual clothes – simple and comfortable A pair of jeans and a shirt would be perfect I am not really the fashionable type But of course, I also dress up for special occasions.

What kind of clothes do people in your country usually wear?

Climate affects people’s clothing I live in the tropics, so people in my country usually wear clothes with light fabrics We also wear light-colored clothes For casual attire, a pair of jeans or short pants and a shirt for men or blouse for women are common.

What kind of clothes do you dislike?

Well, I dislike wearing untidy and eccentric clothes Example would be tearing or ripped jeans I also avoid clothes with flashy colors or those that are too stunning.

Do you think people behave differently in different kinds of clothes?

Yes, I think people behave differently when they wear different clothes For example, one who wears formal clothes may portray an image of being professional and confident Wearing casual clothes, on the other hand, makes us look comfortable and relaxed.

What kind of clothes do people wear to work in your country?

Those who work in the corporate wear either smart casual or business/formal attire on a regular work day Some employees such as teachers have uniforms Other workers are allowed to wear casual clothes.

PART 2

Have a sense of style: Có gu ăn mặcOn the catwalk: Trên sàn diễnHigh-end clothes: Quần áo đắt tiềnWell-dressed: Ăn mặc đẹp

Classy clothes: Quần áo lịch sựItems of accessories: Phụ kiệnOutfit: Bộ đồ (chỉ chung)Sale season: Mùa giảm giá

Timeless look: Vẻ ngoài không bao giờ lỗi mốtExquisite: Lộng lẫy, tuyệt đẹp

Bespoke clothes: Quần áo thiết kế và may đo theo yêu cầuCasual clothes: Quần áo bình thường

Mix and match: Khả năng phối đồ

Brand-name clothes: Quần áo của các nhãn hiệu đắt tiềnLook sharp: Trông gọn gàng, chỉnh tề

A slave of fashion: Nô lệ cho thời trang (người luôn phải chạy theo những xu hướng

mới nhất)

Must-have items: những món đồ nhất định phải cóWorn out: Rách

Online shopping website: Trang mua hàng trực tuyếnVintage: Hơi hướng cổ điển, xưa cũ

Fashionable: Hợp thời trangWaterproof: Không thấm nướcComes in handy:Tiện lợiMultipurpose: Đa năng

Look good in: Trông đẹp khi mặc gìOn trend: Bắt kịp xu hướng

To be on trend: hợp thời trang

Dressed to kill: ăn mặc đẹp, gây ấn tượng mạnh, thu hút ánh nhìnTo dress for the occasion: ăn mặc đẹp nhân một dịp đặc biệt nào đóFashion icon: biểu tượng thời trang

To get dressed up: mặc diện, thường là để đi chơi

To go out of fashion: lỗi mốt

Hand-me-downs: quần áo cũ của anh chị lớn được chuyển sang cho các em mặc lại To have a sense of style: có gu thời trang

Off the peg: quần áo may sẵnTo suit someone: hợp với ai đó

To take pride in one’s appearance: chú ý đến vẻ ngoài

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Fashion

PART 1:

What type of clothes do you like to wear?

Well, I prefer casual clothes – simple and comfortable A pair of jeans and a shirt would be perfect I am not really the fashionable type But of course, I also dress up for special occasions.

What kind of clothes do people in your country usually wear?

Climate affects people’s clothing I live in the tropics, so people in my country usually wear clothes with light fabrics We also wear light-colored clothes For casual attire, a pair of jeans or short pants and a shirt for men or blouse for women are common.

What kind of clothes do you dislike?

Well, I dislike wearing untidy and eccentric clothes Example would be tearing or ripped jeans I also avoid clothes with flashy colors or those that are too stunning.

Do you think people behave differently in different kinds of clothes?

Yes, I think people behave differently when they wear different clothes For example, one who wears formal clothes may portray an image of being professional and confident Wearing casual clothes, on the other hand, makes us look comfortable and relaxed.

What kind of clothes do people wear to work in your country?

Those who work in the corporate wear either smart casual or business/formal attire on a regular work day Some employees such as teachers have uniforms Other workers are allowed to wear casual clothes.

PART 2

Describe someone you know who dresses well You should say: • who they are

• how you know them

• what kind of clothes they wear and say why you like the way they dress.

Let me talk about a friend who dresses very well Her name is Tina We are of the

23 same age and she is currently a professor in a prestigious university in my country Although she is not in the fashion industry, she dresses fashionably She is tall, not very slim and is very attractive.

She has been my friend since high school I get to see her from time to time as she also lives in my neighborhood We also spend time together with friends especially on weekends.

Actually, she doesn’t have a specific dressing preference or style I think she bases her attire on the weather as well as on occasions and events, I usually see her wearing light colored dresses and high-heeled shoes when she goes to work She also wears formal clothes She is fond of accessories which looks fashionable Her footwear always matches her dress I think she has a huge collection of clothes, shoes and bags as I rarely see her wearing the same set after some time I see her wear casual clothes too but they don’t look plain or boring on her.

I think she can carry herself very well in any kind of dress She looks comfortable no matter what her attire is She always looks clean and tidy I like her style because she doesn’t dress extravagant or offensive She always looks professional and presentable.

PART 3

How important are clothes and fashion to you?

Clothes and fashion are not that important to me I always prefer comfortable clothes but making sure that I’d look presentable and clean I am more of being practical in choosing what I wear.

How different are the clothes you wear now from those you wore 10 years ago?

Well, I can say that there hasn’t been much change with the clothes I wear now with that of about 10 years ago I still wear the regular jeans and shirt for casual days or formal clothes on business events But, I think since the trend has changed, the kind of these basic clothing has also changed for me, especially when it comes to the style of the jeans and shirts I used to wear straight-cut jeans but nowadays, I wear contemporary style such as slim-fit clothes

What do you think the clothes we wear say about us?

At times, I think the clothes we wear may show part of our personality or status For example, clothing may determine the kind of job a person has For some, it may be a tool for expression Some could be stylish and fashionable which may reflect their personality as being creative.

TOPIC 6

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Technical know-how: Kiến thức về công nghệTrial and error: Quá trình thử nghiệm và thất bạiAdvent: Sự xuất hiện/sự ra đời

Milestone in history: Dấu mốc trong lịch sửHousehold appliance: Thiết bị gia dụngInnovations: Sự đổi mới, cải tiếnCommercialized: Thương mại hóa

Techie: Người hiểu biết nhiều về công nghệBrowse websites: Lướt mạng

Revolutionary creations: Sáng tạo mang tính cách mạngCost-effective: Tiết kiệm chi phí

Get in touch: Giữ liên lạc

Various purposes: Nhiều mục đíchSurf the net: Lướt mạng

Barrier: Rào cản

Online application: Ứng dụng trực tuyến

Have (something) delivered to: Vận chuyển cái gì đến đâuTechnological breakthrough: Sự đột phá về công nghệAutomated robot: Rô-bốt tự động

To the best of my knowledge: Theo như những gì tôi biếtA wide-screen gadget: Thiết bị màn hình rộng

Touch control: Điều khiển bằng cách chạm tayRevolutionise: Cách mạng hoá

Keep in touch with: Giữ liên lạc

What they are up to: Biết họ đang làm gìCome in handy: Hữu ích

Lexical resource: Nguồn từ vựngIn terms of: Xét về cái gì

To exert positive effects on: Có ảnh hưởng tích cực vào cái gì

Domination: Sự chiếm ưu thếRelease stress: Giải toả căng thẳng

Indispensable: Không thể thiếu

Boost the labor productivity: Tăng cường năng suất lao độngState-of-the-art facility: Trang bị với các thiết bị mới và hiện đại nhấtTechnological gadgets: Các thiết bị công nghệ

Hinder: Cản trởFlourish: Sự phát triển

Social networking sites: Những trang mạng xã hộiOver-reliant: Quá phụ thuộc

Digital devices: Các thiết bị điện tử

Radical change: Sự thay đổi một cách nhanh chóngGreatly reduce burden: Giảm rất nhiều đi gánh nặngElectronic gadgets: Các thiết bị điện tử

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Invention

PART 1:

What type of clothes do you like to wear?

Well, I prefer casual clothes – simple and comfortable A pair of jeans and a shirt would be perfect I am not really the fashionable type But of course, I also dress up for special occasions.

Do you want to become an inventor in the future?

Actually I find myself not creative enough to be an inventor I don’t have a necessary amount of technical know-how and patience to go through a lot of trial and error (Example) I would like to be a person who can enjoy the inventions rather than the one who can invent them.

PART 2

Technical know-how: Kiến thức về công nghệTrial and error: Quá trình thử nghiệm và thất bạiAdvent: Sự xuất hiện/sự ra đời

Milestone in history: Dấu mốc trong lịch sửHousehold appliance: Thiết bị gia dụngInnovations: Sự đổi mới, cải tiếnCommercialized: Thương mại hóa

Techie: Người hiểu biết nhiều về công nghệBrowse websites: Lướt mạng

Revolutionary creations: Sáng tạo mang tính cách mạngCost-effective: Tiết kiệm chi phí

Get in touch: Giữ liên lạc

Various purposes: Nhiều mục đíchSurf the net: Lướt mạng

Barrier: Rào cản

Online application: Ứng dụng trực tuyến

Have (something) delivered to: Vận chuyển cái gì đến đâuTechnological breakthrough: Sự đột phá về công nghệAutomated robot: Rô-bốt tự động

To the best of my knowledge: Theo như những gì tôi biếtA wide-screen gadget: Thiết bị màn hình rộng

Touch control: Điều khiển bằng cách chạm tayRevolutionise: Cách mạng hoá

Keep in touch with: Giữ liên lạc

What they are up to: Biết họ đang làm gìCome in handy: Hữu ích

Lexical resource: Nguồn từ vựngIn terms of: Xét về cái gì

To exert positive effects on: Có ảnh hưởng tích cực vào cái gì

Domination: Sự chiếm ưu thếRelease stress: Giải toả căng thẳng

Indispensable: Không thể thiếu

Boost the labor productivity: Tăng cường năng suất lao độngState-of-the-art facility: Trang bị với các thiết bị mới và hiện đại nhấtTechnological gadgets: Các thiết bị công nghệ

Hinder: Cản trởFlourish: Sự phát triển

Social networking sites: Những trang mạng xã hộiOver-reliant: Quá phụ thuộc

Digital devices: Các thiết bị điện tử

Radical change: Sự thay đổi một cách nhanh chóngGreatly reduce burden: Giảm rất nhiều đi gánh nặngElectronic gadgets: Các thiết bị điện tử

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Invention

PART 1:

What type of clothes do you like to wear?

Well, I prefer casual clothes – simple and comfortable A pair of jeans and a shirt would be perfect I am not really the fashionable type But of course, I also dress up for special occasions.

Do you want to become an inventor in the future?

Actually I find myself not creative enough to be an inventor I don’t have a necessary amount of technical know-how and patience to go through a lot of trial and error (Example) I would like to be a person who can enjoy the inventions rather than the one who can invent them.

PART 2

Describe an invention that changed people’s life You should say: • What it is

• Who invent it

• When it was invented

• And explain how it changed people’s life

27 I’m going to talk about one of the greatest inventions in the humankind, which is probably a smart phone.

To the best of my knowledge, ten years ago Apple invented a wide-screen gadget with touch control which was considered to be five – year ahead of any other mobile phones It is called Iphone After that, thanks to Steve Jobs who delivered the magic mobile phone to a huge number of stores all over the world, we got Iphone – the smartest phone ever.

When it comes to why I-phone revolutionised human’s life, there are two main reasons I could start off by saying that using mobile phones allows people to keep in touch with their relatives and friends more easily For example, I can know what my relatives are up to by making a call or sending a message Also, with the Internet connection, I can actually see and talk to them via Face Time in spite of a long distance Another thing that I want to mention is that there are many applications that come in handy, and they play a vital role in assisting people in work and study Quizlet, for instance, is a popular application that enables me to boost lexical resource by learning new words via flashcards and audio Finally, we should not forget to mention the positive effects in terms of entertainment that smart phones exert on its users After the domination of smart phones, we have a variety of choices to release stress in our free time, such as listening to music and watching movies.

To me, smart phone is an indispensable item that now people cannot live without.

PART 3

What should government do to encourage inventors?

Well, I think inventors are an indispensable part of an economy, where creativity is put in top priority and innovations are made to serve the life of people so it is crucial that inventors be encouraged (Example) Government should raise a fund for inventors and when each invention is made, they will be awarded an amount of money Moreover, each invention should be examined carefully and commercialized to assist inventors and make them feel more motivated to create new things.

In the future people’s work are heavily affected by technology Do advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Well, the booming advancements of technology can bring about both positive and negative impacts In terms of advantages, modern technologies will significantly boost the labor productivity and workers have good opportunities to work in a professional environment, which is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities like robots However, when the companies or factories are provided with technological gadgets, it will increase the rate of unemployment and hinder the flourish of the society.productivity in work and study.

It is predicted that in the near future, the technology will replace the role of teachers in the classroom Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

There is no doubt that the application of technology in the classroom results in many positive effects because it broadens students’ horizons and arouses their interests in learning However, I believe the role of teachers is irreplaceable Only by interacting directly with teachers in the class can students gain a deeper understanding of the lesson I don’t think cutting-edge technology is capable of doing this since it is programmed by humans.

Nowadays, people are using mobile phones and computers to communicate with each other Do the advantages outweigh the advantages?

I believe that using smart phones and computers allow people to contact with each other As I previously mentioned, individuals in the modern society can find it easy to contact with each other via social networking sites such as Facebook or Instagram on the mobile phones and computers which also helps them to save a great deal of money and energy However, if people become over-reliant on these digital devices, they might no longer want to talk to their true friends and families, and this can isolate them in their real life and negatively affect the mutual relationship.

Is the modern technology in your country changing rapidly over the years?

Actually, technological breakthrough leads to radical changes in Vietnamese society First of all, many great inventions such as washing machine, dishwasher or vacuum cleaner greatly reduce burden on doing household chores among people In addition, electronic gadgets such as computers, smart phones, laptops… enables individuals to communicate more quickly and conveniently than ever.

28 I’m going to talk about one of the greatest inventions in the humankind, which is

probably a smart phone.

To the best of my knowledge, ten years ago Apple invented a wide-screen gadget with touch control which was considered to be five – year ahead of any other mobile phones It is called Iphone After that, thanks to Steve Jobs who delivered the magic mobile phone to a huge number of stores all over the world, we got Iphone – the smartest phone ever.

When it comes to why I-phone revolutionised human’s life, there are two main reasons I could start off by saying that using mobile phones allows people to keep in touch with their relatives and friends more easily For example, I can know what my relatives are up to by making a call or sending a message Also, with the Internet connection, I can actually see and talk to them via Face Time in spite of a long distance Another thing that I want to mention is that there are many applications that come in handy, and they play a vital role in assisting people in work and study Quizlet, for instance, is a popular application that enables me to boost lexical resource by learning new words via flashcards and audio Finally, we should not forget to mention the positive effects in terms of entertainment that smart phones exert on its users After the domination of smart phones, we have a variety of choices to release stress in our free time, such as listening to music and watching movies.

To me, smart phone is an indispensable item that now people cannot live without.

PART 3

What should government do to encourage inventors?

Well, I think inventors are an indispensable part of an economy, where creativity is put in top priority and innovations are made to serve the life of people so it is crucial that inventors be encouraged (Example) Government should raise a fund for inventors and when each invention is made, they will be awarded an amount of money Moreover, each invention should be examined carefully and commercialized to assist inventors and make them feel more motivated to create new things.

In the future people’s work are heavily affected by technology Do advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Well, the booming advancements of technology can bring about both positive and negative impacts In terms of advantages, modern technologies will significantly boost the labor productivity and workers have good opportunities to work in a professional environment, which is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities like robots However, when the companies or factories are provided with technological gadgets, it will increase the rate of unemployment and hinder the flourish of the society.productivity in work and study.

It is predicted that in the near future, the technology will replace the role of teachers in the classroom Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

There is no doubt that the application of technology in the classroom results in many positive effects because it broadens students’ horizons and arouses their interests in learning However, I believe the role of teachers is irreplaceable Only by interacting directly with teachers in the class can students gain a deeper understanding of the lesson I don’t think cutting-edge technology is capable of doing this since it is programmed by humans.

Nowadays, people are using mobile phones and computers to communicate with each other Do the advantages outweigh the advantages?

I believe that using smart phones and computers allow people to contact with each other As I previously mentioned, individuals in the modern society can find it easy to contact with each other via social networking sites such as Facebook or Instagram on the mobile phones and computers which also helps them to save a great deal of money and energy However, if people become over-reliant on these digital devices, they might no longer want to talk to their true friends and families, and this can isolate them in their real life and negatively affect the mutual relationship.

Is the modern technology in your country changing rapidly over the years?

Actually, technological breakthrough leads to radical changes in Vietnamese society First of all, many great inventions such as washing machine, dishwasher or vacuum cleaner greatly reduce burden on doing household chores among people In addition, electronic gadgets such as computers, smart phones, laptops… enables individuals to communicate more quickly and conveniently than ever.

TOPIC 7HISTORY

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Origin: Cội nguồn

Victorious past: Quá khứ hào hùngAncestors: Tổ tiên

Historical highlight: Sự kiện lịch sử nổi bậtColonization: Sự thuộc địa hóa

Foreign invaders: Giặc ngoại xâmIndependence: Độc lập

Period of history: Giai đoạn lịch sửWell-armed: Trang bị vũ khí tối tân

Ups and downs: Thăng trầmDecisiveness: Sự quyết đoánPatriotism: Lòng yêu nướcPolicy: Chính sách

Eliminate invaders: Đánh đuổi giặc ngoại xâmMemorial: Đài tưởng niệm

Honor: Tôn vinh

Valuable tradition: Truyền thống quý báuPreserve: Lưu giữ

Prominent historical figures: Nhân vật lịch sử lỗi lạcStrike: Gây ấn tượng

Strong-willed: Mạnh mẽ

Stand up on his own feet: Đứng trên đôi chân của mình

Pull out all the stops: Nỗ lực hết mình

Outstanding intelligence: Sự thông minh xuất chungTake the role of: Đảm nhận

Recover the national economy: Khôi phục nền kinh tế nhà nướcEliminate the slavery: Xóa bỏ sự nô lệ

Profound lesson: Một bài học sâu sắcPersist in pursuing: Kiên trì theo đuổiMotto: Khẩu hiệu

Harsh: Khắc nghiệtIrrespective of: Bất kể là

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: History

PART 1:

Do you like to learn about history?

Wow, I am into reading history, not only of our country, Vietnam but also other countries in the world.History is not only a subject to me, it is also a source of invaluable information about our origin as well as the victorious past of our ancestors.

Who is the famous person from history that you like? Why?

The historical figure that I’ve always been fascinated with is Napoleon I personally think he was one of the most talented military leaders there have ever been Besides, his scandalous personal life also got me curious about this person.

PART 2

I think people who live healthily always have one thing in common: they try to strike a balance between work and life, between exercise and diet.

Even when you’re busy, try to do some exercise or have some entertainment You don’t need to go to the gym and spend 2 hours doing physical activity Maybe just a small break from work and some stretching exercise is enough to keep you fit and healthy Nowadays, more and more people suffer from a sedentary lifestyle so we always have to remind ourselves not to sit too much.

Diet is also very important I know food can be very tempting but try to stick to healthy food, food that you know is hygienic and carefully prepared Of course, once in a while, we can give ourselves a nice little treat, like the cheese pizza I had yesterday Drink a lot of water too, as water accounts for 60% of the human body weight and is key to effective metabolism.

PART 3

How should schools teach students to live healthy?

Schools can do a lot of things to teach children about living healthy They can introduce health as a subject in student’s curriculum Schools can also provide sports facilities to the students which will motivate the students to make exercise a part of their everyday life

What do people in your country do to maintain health?

In my country, people do various things to maintain health Some people like running, some prefer to go to the gym and some prefer playing a sport People are also consulting dieticians nowadays in order to reduce weight.

What could be done to promote a healthy lifestyle?

I think there are several feasible methods that could be adopted to lead a healthy life The government should implement strict rules on products or activities that affect people’s health, for example smoking in public places Another possible method is that more programs about healthy eating or taking up a sport should be produced and disseminated on social media such as TV or Facebook so that people can be more aware of the importance of healthy living

Do you think people pay enough attention to their health today?

Times have changed, I believe There was a time when people stopped caring about their health but I believe in recent times, people have again become more aware of their health Most people prefer doing some sort of physical activity in their lives to make sure they are healthy When making small decisions like the food they prefer, people are going for, much healthier foods.

Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older?

Definitely yes I think as the person starts getting old, they start getting the signs of bad health It is during that time that people realise the importance of health So, one can see a lot of old people going out for walks or jogging.

Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that they are damaging to their health?

The only reason that people have for continuing their bad habits is that they have become their habit and as they say bad habits die hard So, even when people know that it is harming them it is quite tough to stop doing things that they have inculcated in their routines for a long period of time.

Origin: Cội nguồn

Victorious past: Quá khứ hào hùngAncestors: Tổ tiên

Historical highlight: Sự kiện lịch sử nổi bậtColonization: Sự thuộc địa hóa

Foreign invaders: Giặc ngoại xâmIndependence: Độc lập

Period of history: Giai đoạn lịch sửWell-armed: Trang bị vũ khí tối tân

Ups and downs: Thăng trầmDecisiveness: Sự quyết đoánPatriotism: Lòng yêu nướcPolicy: Chính sách

Eliminate invaders: Đánh đuổi giặc ngoại xâmMemorial: Đài tưởng niệm

Honor: Tôn vinh

Valuable tradition: Truyền thống quý báuPreserve: Lưu giữ

Prominent historical figures: Nhân vật lịch sử lỗi lạcStrike: Gây ấn tượng

Strong-willed: Mạnh mẽ

Stand up on his own feet: Đứng trên đôi chân của mình

Pull out all the stops: Nỗ lực hết mình

Outstanding intelligence: Sự thông minh xuất chungTake the role of: Đảm nhận

Recover the national economy: Khôi phục nền kinh tế nhà nướcEliminate the slavery: Xóa bỏ sự nô lệ

Profound lesson: Một bài học sâu sắcPersist in pursuing: Kiên trì theo đuổiMotto: Khẩu hiệu

Harsh: Khắc nghiệtIrrespective of: Bất kể là

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: History

PART 1:

Do you like to learn about history?

Wow, I am into reading history, not only of our country, Vietnam but also other countries in the world.History is not only a subject to me, it is also a source of invaluable information about our origin as well as the victorious past of our ancestors.

Who is the famous person from history that you like? Why?

The historical figure that I’ve always been fascinated with is Napoleon I personally think he was one of the most talented military leaders there have ever been Besides, his scandalous personal life also got me curious about this person.

PART 2

Describe a historical person that you are interested You should say: • Who he or she is

• What he or she did

• When you first know him or her

• And explain why you are interested in him or her

One of the most prominent historical figures that strikes me was Abraham Lilcon, one of the greatest presidents in American history I have known about him since I first read his stories in the book “Chicken soup for the soul” and I admire his tireless efforts and untiring perserance Lilcon was born in a poor family and his parents are both illiterate However, he was really into reading books and he tramped ten miles to borrow books from the library and took them home to read His life underwent a lot of ups and downs He failed 11 times in doing his business and politics but he was strong-willed and perseveres to overcome all obstacles and became the American president at the age of 51.

It was obvious that failure cannot defeat him, and everytime he did not succeed, he stood

up on his own feet and pulled out all the stops With his decisiveness and outstanding intelligence, when he took the role of a president, he not only retained the independence of the country but he also ended the Civil War, recovered the national economy and eliminated the slavery

The story of his life has taught me a profound lesson that “As long as I do not give up and persist in pursuing my goals, I will achieve it someday irrespective of any harsh situations”

PART 3

Do young people like historical stories in your country?

I am afraid not, since history is not taught very effectively here in our country Many of my friends aren’t keen on history, and most of them don’t even know some very common heroes, which is really a shame.

Do you think history matters in a country’s future development?

Yes We humans reflect on history to learn from our own mistakes Understanding our mistakes and correcting them is the solid foundation for future development.

What can we learn from the events in history?

I think we can have many lessons from historical events (Example) For example, if we read about the Great Depression in America from 1929 to1933, we can know more about the economy and crisis in certain periods In other cases, if we study war, there will be knowledge related to domination or weapons However, above all, the most important lesson is that each historical event is either a mistake or a pride, we should look at them carefully to improve our strengths, to maintain the pride and not to let the mistakes occur again.

What is the effective way of learning history, by reading books or watching videos?

It really depends For beginners, movies are a good starting point Vivid images and fighting scenes from movies can be very inspirational It can help inspire people to get to know more about history However, when one wishes to have a deeper insight, books are

Even when you’re busy, try to do some exercise or have some entertainment You don’t need to go to the gym and spend 2 hours doing physical activity Maybe just a small break from work and some stretching exercise is enough to keep you fit and healthy Nowadays, more and more people suffer from a sedentary lifestyle so we always have to remind ourselves not to sit too much.

Diet is also very important I know food can be very tempting but try to stick to healthy food, food that you know is hygienic and carefully prepared Of course, once in a while, we can give ourselves a nice little treat, like the cheese pizza I had yesterday Drink a lot of water too, as water accounts for 60% of the human body weight and is key to effective metabolism.

PART 3

How should schools teach students to live healthy?

Schools can do a lot of things to teach children about living healthy They can introduce health as a subject in student’s curriculum Schools can also provide sports facilities to the students which will motivate the students to make exercise a part of their everyday life

What do people in your country do to maintain health?

In my country, people do various things to maintain health Some people like running, some prefer to go to the gym and some prefer playing a sport People are also consulting dieticians nowadays in order to reduce weight.

What could be done to promote a healthy lifestyle?

I think there are several feasible methods that could be adopted to lead a healthy life The government should implement strict rules on products or activities that affect people’s health, for example smoking in public places Another possible method is that more programs about healthy eating or taking up a sport should be produced and disseminated on social media such as TV or Facebook so that people can be more aware of the importance of healthy living

Do you think people pay enough attention to their health today?

Times have changed, I believe There was a time when people stopped caring about their health but I believe in recent times, people have again become more aware of their health Most people prefer doing some sort of physical activity in their lives to make sure they are healthy When making small decisions like the food they prefer, people are going for, much healthier foods.

Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older?

Definitely yes I think as the person starts getting old, they start getting the signs of bad health It is during that time that people realise the importance of health So, one can see a lot of old people going out for walks or jogging.

Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that they are damaging to their health?

The only reason that people have for continuing their bad habits is that they have become their habit and as they say bad habits die hard So, even when people know that it is harming them it is quite tough to stop doing things that they have inculcated in their routines for a long period of time.

32 One of the most prominent historical figures that strikes me was Abraham Lilcon,

one of the greatest presidents in American history I have known about him since I first read his stories in the book “Chicken soup for the soul” and I admire his tireless efforts and untiring perserance Lilcon was born in a poor family and his parents are both illiterate However, he was really into reading books and he tramped ten miles to borrow books from the library and took them home to read His life underwent a lot of ups and downs He failed 11 times in doing his business and politics but he was strong-willed and perseveres to overcome all obstacles and became the American president at the age of 51.

It was obvious that failure cannot defeat him, and everytime he did not succeed, he stood

up on his own feet and pulled out all the stops With his decisiveness and outstanding intelligence, when he took the role of a president, he not only retained the independence of the country but he also ended the Civil War, recovered the national economy and eliminated the slavery

The story of his life has taught me a profound lesson that “As long as I do not give up and persist in pursuing my goals, I will achieve it someday irrespective of any harsh situations”

PART 3

Do young people like historical stories in your country?

I am afraid not, since history is not taught very effectively here in our country Many of my friends aren’t keen on history, and most of them don’t even know some very common heroes, which is really a shame.

Do you think history matters in a country’s future development?

Yes We humans reflect on history to learn from our own mistakes Understanding our mistakes and correcting them is the solid foundation for future development.

What can we learn from the events in history?

I think we can have many lessons from historical events (Example) For example, if we read about the Great Depression in America from 1929 to1933, we can know more about the economy and crisis in certain periods In other cases, if we study war, there will be knowledge related to domination or weapons However, above all, the most important lesson is that each historical event is either a mistake or a pride, we should look at them carefully to improve our strengths, to maintain the pride and not to let the mistakes occur again.

What is the effective way of learning history, by reading books or watching videos?

It really depends For beginners, movies are a good starting point Vivid images and fighting scenes from movies can be very inspirational It can help inspire people to get to know more about history However, when one wishes to have a deeper insight, books are

Even when you’re busy, try to do some exercise or have some entertainment You don’t need to go to the gym and spend 2 hours doing physical activity Maybe just a small break from work and some stretching exercise is enough to keep you fit and healthy Nowadays, more and more people suffer from a sedentary lifestyle so we always have to remind ourselves not to sit too much.

Diet is also very important I know food can be very tempting but try to stick to healthy food, food that you know is hygienic and carefully prepared Of course, once in a while, we can give ourselves a nice little treat, like the cheese pizza I had yesterday Drink a lot of water too, as water accounts for 60% of the human body weight and is key to effective metabolism.

PART 3

How should schools teach students to live healthy?

Schools can do a lot of things to teach children about living healthy They can introduce health as a subject in student’s curriculum Schools can also provide sports facilities to the students which will motivate the students to make exercise a part of their everyday life

What do people in your country do to maintain health?

In my country, people do various things to maintain health Some people like running, some prefer to go to the gym and some prefer playing a sport People are also consulting dieticians nowadays in order to reduce weight.

What could be done to promote a healthy lifestyle?

I think there are several feasible methods that could be adopted to lead a healthy life The government should implement strict rules on products or activities that affect people’s health, for example smoking in public places Another possible method is that more programs about healthy eating or taking up a sport should be produced and disseminated on social media such as TV or Facebook so that people can be more aware of the importance of healthy living

Do you think people pay enough attention to their health today?

Times have changed, I believe There was a time when people stopped caring about their health but I believe in recent times, people have again become more aware of their health Most people prefer doing some sort of physical activity in their lives to make sure they are healthy When making small decisions like the food they prefer, people are going for, much healthier foods.

Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older?

Definitely yes I think as the person starts getting old, they start getting the signs of bad health It is during that time that people realise the importance of health So, one can see a lot of old people going out for walks or jogging.

Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that they are damaging to their health?

The only reason that people have for continuing their bad habits is that they have become their habit and as they say bad habits die hard So, even when people know that it is harming them it is quite tough to stop doing things that they have inculcated in their routines for a long period of time.

TOPIC 8EMOTION

I think people who live healthily always have one thing in common: they try to strike a balance between work and life, between exercise and diet.

Even when you’re busy, try to do some exercise or have some entertainment You don’t need to go to the gym and spend 2 hours doing physical activity Maybe just a small break from work and some stretching exercise is enough to keep you fit and healthy Nowadays, more and more people suffer from a sedentary lifestyle so we always have to remind ourselves not to sit too much.

Diet is also very important I know food can be very tempting but try to stick to healthy food, food that you know is hygienic and carefully prepared Of course, once in a while, we can give ourselves a nice little treat, like the cheese pizza I had yesterday Drink a lot of water too, as water accounts for 60% of the human body weight and is key to effective metabolism.

PART 3

How should schools teach students to live healthy?

Schools can do a lot of things to teach children about living healthy They can introduce health as a subject in student’s curriculum Schools can also provide sports facilities to the students which will motivate the students to make exercise a part of their everyday life

What do people in your country do to maintain health?

In my country, people do various things to maintain health Some people like running, some prefer to go to the gym and some prefer playing a sport People are also consulting dieticians nowadays in order to reduce weight.

What could be done to promote a healthy lifestyle?

I think there are several feasible methods that could be adopted to lead a healthy life The government should implement strict rules on products or activities that affect people’s health, for example smoking in public places Another possible method is that more programs about healthy eating or taking up a sport should be produced and disseminated on social media such as TV or Facebook so that people can be more aware of the importance of healthy living

Do you think people pay enough attention to their health today?

Times have changed, I believe There was a time when people stopped caring about their health but I believe in recent times, people have again become more aware of their health Most people prefer doing some sort of physical activity in their lives to make sure they are healthy When making small decisions like the food they prefer, people are going for, much healthier foods.

Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older?

Definitely yes I think as the person starts getting old, they start getting the signs of bad health It is during that time that people realise the importance of health So, one can see a lot of old people going out for walks or jogging.

Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that they are damaging to their health?

The only reason that people have for continuing their bad habits is that they have become their habit and as they say bad habits die hard So, even when people know that it is harming them it is quite tough to stop doing things that they have inculcated in their routines for a long period of time.

Let off some steam: Xả hơiSatisfaction: Sự hài lòng

Huge fan of: Là một fan cứng củaPart and parcel: Phần quan trọngGet a kick out of: Rất thích

Have something to do with: Liên quan đếnFall apart: Đổ bể

Feel a strong urge: Cảm thấy có động lực cực kỳ lớn để làm gìTackle: Giải quyết

Settle down: Trở lại bình thường/Lắng xuốngBear little relation to (Sb/St): Ít liên quan tớiCope with: Đương đầu với

Refresh one’s mind: Thư giãn đầu ócCheer (Sb) up: Làm ai vui lên

Oversleep: Ngủ quên

Cram for exams: Nhồi nhét cho kỳ thiSweat: Toát mồ hôi

Cry one’s eyes out: Khóc nức nởRush: Vội vàng

To make the matter worse: Tồi tệ hơn nữa khiMental breakdown: Suy sụp tinh thần

Financial burden: Gánh nặng tài chínhHeavy workload: Khối lượng công việc lớnSentimental: đa cảm

Vibes: đa cảmNostalgia: hoài niệmReckless: bất cẩn

Opens up the door to my past: giúp gợi nhắc lại quá khứAppalled = very shocked: bị sốc

Apprehensive = slightly worried: lo lắng

At the end of your tether = completely fed up: chán vô cùngBewildered = very confused: bối rối

Betrayed = when someone breaks the trust you have in them: phản bộiCross = quite angry: khá giận

Down in the dumps = sad and fed up: buồn bã chán nảnEcstatic = extremely happy: sung sướng

Irritated = annoyed: khó chịuIntrigued: tò mò

Jealous = envious: ghen tị

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Emotions

PART 1:

What are the things that make you happy?

Actually there are many things that can make me happy For example, it is hanging out with friends and have some coffee or being given a small gift that helps me let off some steam or just the feeling of trying a good dish brings me a great deal of satisfaction.

What kinds of things people in your country feel happy about?

It’s kind of hard to say but people that I know around me tend to feel happy about earning more money, but maybe for others, they would feel happy when their children get into the good universities.

PART 2

I think people who live healthily always have one thing in common: they try to strike a balance between work and life, between exercise and diet.

Even when you’re busy, try to do some exercise or have some entertainment You don’t need to go to the gym and spend 2 hours doing physical activity Maybe just a small break from work and some stretching exercise is enough to keep you fit and healthy Nowadays, more and more people suffer from a sedentary lifestyle so we always have to remind ourselves not to sit too much.

Diet is also very important I know food can be very tempting but try to stick to healthy food, food that you know is hygienic and carefully prepared Of course, once in a while, we can give ourselves a nice little treat, like the cheese pizza I had yesterday Drink a lot of water too, as water accounts for 60% of the human body weight and is key to effective metabolism.

PART 3

How should schools teach students to live healthy?

Schools can do a lot of things to teach children about living healthy They can introduce health as a subject in student’s curriculum Schools can also provide sports facilities to the students which will motivate the students to make exercise a part of their everyday life

What do people in your country do to maintain health?

In my country, people do various things to maintain health Some people like running, some prefer to go to the gym and some prefer playing a sport People are also consulting dieticians nowadays in order to reduce weight.

What could be done to promote a healthy lifestyle?

I think there are several feasible methods that could be adopted to lead a healthy life The government should implement strict rules on products or activities that affect people’s health, for example smoking in public places Another possible method is that more programs about healthy eating or taking up a sport should be produced and disseminated on social media such as TV or Facebook so that people can be more aware of the importance of healthy living

Do you think people pay enough attention to their health today?

Times have changed, I believe There was a time when people stopped caring about their health but I believe in recent times, people have again become more aware of their health Most people prefer doing some sort of physical activity in their lives to make sure they are healthy When making small decisions like the food they prefer, people are going for, much healthier foods.

Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older?

Definitely yes I think as the person starts getting old, they start getting the signs of bad health It is during that time that people realise the importance of health So, one can see a lot of old people going out for walks or jogging.

Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that they are damaging to their health?

The only reason that people have for continuing their bad habits is that they have become their habit and as they say bad habits die hard So, even when people know that it is harming them it is quite tough to stop doing things that they have inculcated in their routines for a long period of time.

Let off some steam: Xả hơiSatisfaction: Sự hài lòng

Huge fan of: Là một fan cứng củaPart and parcel: Phần quan trọngGet a kick out of: Rất thích

Have something to do with: Liên quan đếnFall apart: Đổ bể

Feel a strong urge: Cảm thấy có động lực cực kỳ lớn để làm gìTackle: Giải quyết

Settle down: Trở lại bình thường/Lắng xuốngBear little relation to (Sb/St): Ít liên quan tớiCope with: Đương đầu với

Refresh one’s mind: Thư giãn đầu ócCheer (Sb) up: Làm ai vui lên

Oversleep: Ngủ quên

Cram for exams: Nhồi nhét cho kỳ thiSweat: Toát mồ hôi

Cry one’s eyes out: Khóc nức nởRush: Vội vàng

To make the matter worse: Tồi tệ hơn nữa khiMental breakdown: Suy sụp tinh thần

Financial burden: Gánh nặng tài chínhHeavy workload: Khối lượng công việc lớnSentimental: đa cảm

Vibes: đa cảmNostalgia: hoài niệmReckless: bất cẩn

Opens up the door to my past: giúp gợi nhắc lại quá khứAppalled = very shocked: bị sốc

Apprehensive = slightly worried: lo lắng

At the end of your tether = completely fed up: chán vô cùngBewildered = very confused: bối rối

Betrayed = when someone breaks the trust you have in them: phản bộiCross = quite angry: khá giận

Down in the dumps = sad and fed up: buồn bã chán nảnEcstatic = extremely happy: sung sướng

Irritated = annoyed: khó chịuIntrigued: tò mò

Jealous = envious: ghen tị

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Emotions

PART 1:

What are the things that make you happy?

Actually there are many things that can make me happy For example, it is hanging out with friends and have some coffee or being given a small gift that helps me let off some steam or just the feeling of trying a good dish brings me a great deal of satisfaction.

What kinds of things people in your country feel happy about?

It’s kind of hard to say but people that I know around me tend to feel happy about earning more money, but maybe for others, they would feel happy when their children get into the good universities.

PART 2

Describe an event or activity that makes you happy You should say: • What this event or activity is

• How often you participate in this event or activity • Whether you would do it more often if you could

• Explain how your life has been enriched by this event or activity

Today I’m gonna talk about a happy event which occurred recently Honestly, I’m a huge fan of hiphop dance Ever since I was young, dancing has always been part and parcel of my life and I have got a kick out of performing on stage Without any doubt, most of my memorable moments have something to do with dancing.

One of those just happened a few weeks ago and I still recall it It was when my dance team decided to sign up for a popular dance competition in Hanoi We were all determined to create an impressive and unique performance However, things started to fall apart when unexpected conflicts occurred among us What was even more shocking is that one of us decided to leave because he couldn’t bear the situation at that time And it is that moment when I felt a strong urge to make everyone sit down and tackle the situation This is also a chance for everybody to get to know more about each other We talked about our feelings, how we wanted to

overcome those difficulties together and how much we wanted this performance to be delivered in the best version of itself.

Luckily, everything was settled down and things went by smoothly during the last week before the show And you know what Although we didn’t win, it was still a rewarding experience to me because I was given the opportunity to deeply understand my team And at the end of the day, standing and shinning together on stage is what truly matters.

PART 3

Do you think it is good to show your emotions when you are angry?

I think to express the reason for anger is good and should be done, because until then nothing can be done to solve the situation However, harming oneself or others without trying to solve the main reason for anger, is not a great thing to do Because, it not only harms you but also others However, there are other ways to show off anger Some write, paint or scribble I think until it is not harmful, anger should be expressed like every other expression.

In your opinion, do women show their emotions more than men?

If we go by the stereotype, women tend to show emotions more than men But, in my opinion, both the genders tend to show emotions equally However, the emotions they choose to show are different For instance, a woman is less likely to show anger as compared to her male counterpart but more likely to show her tears Also, when a woman is happy she tends to share it with others in a very calm way, however, a man is more likely to show off in a grandiose way.

Do you think people who have more talent are happier than others?

I think talent bears little relation to happiness There are a number of examples of renowned singers or actresses who are talented but do not lead a happy life at all They may resort to drugs or even commit suicide to escape from the pressure that they encounter However, there are people who are not so talented but still have a happy life with their family In short, being more talented doesn’t mean having a

Even when you’re busy, try to do some exercise or have some entertainment You don’t need to go to the gym and spend 2 hours doing physical activity Maybe just a small break from work and some stretching exercise is enough to keep you fit and healthy Nowadays, more and more people suffer from a sedentary lifestyle so we always have to remind ourselves not to sit too much.

Diet is also very important I know food can be very tempting but try to stick to healthy food, food that you know is hygienic and carefully prepared Of course, once in a while, we can give ourselves a nice little treat, like the cheese pizza I had yesterday Drink a lot of water too, as water accounts for 60% of the human body weight and is key to effective metabolism.

PART 3

How should schools teach students to live healthy?

Schools can do a lot of things to teach children about living healthy They can introduce health as a subject in student’s curriculum Schools can also provide sports facilities to the students which will motivate the students to make exercise a part of their everyday life

What do people in your country do to maintain health?

In my country, people do various things to maintain health Some people like running, some prefer to go to the gym and some prefer playing a sport People are also consulting dieticians nowadays in order to reduce weight.

What could be done to promote a healthy lifestyle?

I think there are several feasible methods that could be adopted to lead a healthy life The government should implement strict rules on products or activities that affect people’s health, for example smoking in public places Another possible method is that more programs about healthy eating or taking up a sport should be produced and disseminated on social media such as TV or Facebook so that people can be more aware of the importance of healthy living

Do you think people pay enough attention to their health today?

Times have changed, I believe There was a time when people stopped caring about their health but I believe in recent times, people have again become more aware of their health Most people prefer doing some sort of physical activity in their lives to make sure they are healthy When making small decisions like the food they prefer, people are going for, much healthier foods.

Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older?

Definitely yes I think as the person starts getting old, they start getting the signs of bad health It is during that time that people realise the importance of health So, one can see a lot of old people going out for walks or jogging.

Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that they are damaging to their health?

The only reason that people have for continuing their bad habits is that they have become their habit and as they say bad habits die hard So, even when people know that it is harming them it is quite tough to stop doing things that they have inculcated in their routines for a long period of time.

36 Today I’m gonna talk about a happy event which occurred recently Honestly, I’m a

huge fan of hiphop dance Ever since I was young, dancing has always been part and parcel of my life and I have got a kick out of performing on stage Without any doubt, most of my memorable moments have something to do with dancing.

One of those just happened a few weeks ago and I still recall it It was when my dance team decided to sign up for a popular dance competition in Hanoi We were all determined to create an impressive and unique performance However, things started to fall apart when unexpected conflicts occurred among us What was even more shocking is that one of us decided to leave because he couldn’t bear the situation at that time And it is that moment when I felt a strong urge to make everyone sit down and tackle the situation This is also a chance for everybody to get to know more about each other We talked about our feelings, how we wanted to

overcome those difficulties together and how much we wanted this performance to be delivered in the best version of itself.

Luckily, everything was settled down and things went by smoothly during the last week before the show And you know what Although we didn’t win, it was still a rewarding experience to me because I was given the opportunity to deeply understand my team And at the end of the day, standing and shinning together on stage is what truly matters.

PART 3

Do you think it is good to show your emotions when you are angry?

I think to express the reason for anger is good and should be done, because until then nothing can be done to solve the situation However, harming oneself or others without trying to solve the main reason for anger, is not a great thing to do Because, it not only harms you but also others However, there are other ways to show off anger Some write, paint or scribble I think until it is not harmful, anger should be expressed like every other expression.

In your opinion, do women show their emotions more than men?

If we go by the stereotype, women tend to show emotions more than men But, in my opinion, both the genders tend to show emotions equally However, the emotions they choose to show are different For instance, a woman is less likely to show anger as compared to her male counterpart but more likely to show her tears Also, when a woman is happy she tends to share it with others in a very calm way, however, a man is more likely to show off in a grandiose way.

Do you think people who have more talent are happier than others?

I think talent bears little relation to happiness There are a number of examples of renowned singers or actresses who are talented but do not lead a happy life at all They may resort to drugs or even commit suicide to escape from the pressure that they encounter However, there are people who are not so talented but still have a happy life with their family In short, being more talented doesn’t mean having a

Even when you’re busy, try to do some exercise or have some entertainment You don’t need to go to the gym and spend 2 hours doing physical activity Maybe just a small break from work and some stretching exercise is enough to keep you fit and healthy Nowadays, more and more people suffer from a sedentary lifestyle so we always have to remind ourselves not to sit too much.

Diet is also very important I know food can be very tempting but try to stick to healthy food, food that you know is hygienic and carefully prepared Of course, once in a while, we can give ourselves a nice little treat, like the cheese pizza I had yesterday Drink a lot of water too, as water accounts for 60% of the human body weight and is key to effective metabolism.

PART 3

How should schools teach students to live healthy?

Schools can do a lot of things to teach children about living healthy They can introduce health as a subject in student’s curriculum Schools can also provide sports facilities to the students which will motivate the students to make exercise a part of their everyday life

What do people in your country do to maintain health?

In my country, people do various things to maintain health Some people like running, some prefer to go to the gym and some prefer playing a sport People are also consulting dieticians nowadays in order to reduce weight.

What could be done to promote a healthy lifestyle?

I think there are several feasible methods that could be adopted to lead a healthy life The government should implement strict rules on products or activities that affect people’s health, for example smoking in public places Another possible method is that more programs about healthy eating or taking up a sport should be produced and disseminated on social media such as TV or Facebook so that people can be more aware of the importance of healthy living

Do you think people pay enough attention to their health today?

Times have changed, I believe There was a time when people stopped caring about their health but I believe in recent times, people have again become more aware of their health Most people prefer doing some sort of physical activity in their lives to make sure they are healthy When making small decisions like the food they prefer, people are going for, much healthier foods.

Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older?

Definitely yes I think as the person starts getting old, they start getting the signs of bad health It is during that time that people realise the importance of health So, one can see a lot of old people going out for walks or jogging.

Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that they are damaging to their health?

The only reason that people have for continuing their bad habits is that they have become their habit and as they say bad habits die hard So, even when people know that it is harming them it is quite tough to stop doing things that they have inculcated in their routines for a long period of time.

TOPIC 9LIFESTYLE

I think people who live healthily always have one thing in common: they try to strike a balance between work and life, between exercise and diet.

Even when you’re busy, try to do some exercise or have some entertainment You don’t need to go to the gym and spend 2 hours doing physical activity Maybe just a small break from work and some stretching exercise is enough to keep you fit and healthy Nowadays, more and more people suffer from a sedentary lifestyle so we always have to remind ourselves not to sit too much.

Diet is also very important I know food can be very tempting but try to stick to healthy food, food that you know is hygienic and carefully prepared Of course, once in a while, we can give ourselves a nice little treat, like the cheese pizza I had yesterday Drink a lot of water too, as water accounts for 60% of the human body weight and is key to effective metabolism.

PART 3

How should schools teach students to live healthy?

Schools can do a lot of things to teach children about living healthy They can introduce health as a subject in student’s curriculum Schools can also provide sports facilities to the students which will motivate the students to make exercise a part of their everyday life

What do people in your country do to maintain health?

In my country, people do various things to maintain health Some people like running, some prefer to go to the gym and some prefer playing a sport People are also consulting dieticians nowadays in order to reduce weight.

What could be done to promote a healthy lifestyle?

I think there are several feasible methods that could be adopted to lead a healthy life The government should implement strict rules on products or activities that affect people’s health, for example smoking in public places Another possible method is that more programs about healthy eating or taking up a sport should be produced and disseminated on social media such as TV or Facebook so that people can be more aware of the importance of healthy living

Do you think people pay enough attention to their health today?

Times have changed, I believe There was a time when people stopped caring about their health but I believe in recent times, people have again become more aware of their health Most people prefer doing some sort of physical activity in their lives to make sure they are healthy When making small decisions like the food they prefer, people are going for, much healthier foods.

Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older?

Definitely yes I think as the person starts getting old, they start getting the signs of bad health It is during that time that people realise the importance of health So, one can see a lot of old people going out for walks or jogging.

Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that they are damaging to their health?

The only reason that people have for continuing their bad habits is that they have become their habit and as they say bad habits die hard So, even when people know that it is harming them it is quite tough to stop doing things that they have inculcated in their routines for a long period of time.

I think people who live healthily always have one thing in common: they try to strike a balance between work and life, between exercise and diet.

Even when you’re busy, try to do some exercise or have some entertainment You don’t need to go to the gym and spend 2 hours doing physical activity Maybe just a small break from work and some stretching exercise is enough to keep you fit and healthy Nowadays, more and more people suffer from a sedentary lifestyle so we always have to remind ourselves not to sit too much.

Diet is also very important I know food can be very tempting but try to stick to healthy food, food that you know is hygienic and carefully prepared Of course, once in a while, we can give ourselves a nice little treat, like the cheese pizza I had yesterday Drink a lot of water too, as water accounts for 60% of the human body weight and is key to effective metabolism.

PART 3

How should schools teach students to live healthy?

Schools can do a lot of things to teach children about living healthy They can introduce health as a subject in student’s curriculum Schools can also provide sports facilities to the students which will motivate the students to make exercise a part of their everyday life

What do people in your country do to maintain health?

In my country, people do various things to maintain health Some people like running, some prefer to go to the gym and some prefer playing a sport People are also consulting dieticians nowadays in order to reduce weight.

What could be done to promote a healthy lifestyle?

I think there are several feasible methods that could be adopted to lead a healthy life The government should implement strict rules on products or activities that affect people’s health, for example smoking in public places Another possible method is that more programs about healthy eating or taking up a sport should be produced and disseminated on social media such as TV or Facebook so that people can be more aware of the importance of healthy living

Do you think people pay enough attention to their health today?

Times have changed, I believe There was a time when people stopped caring about their health but I believe in recent times, people have again become more aware of their health Most people prefer doing some sort of physical activity in their lives to make sure they are healthy When making small decisions like the food they prefer, people are going for, much healthier foods.

Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older?

Definitely yes I think as the person starts getting old, they start getting the signs of bad health It is during that time that people realise the importance of health So, one can see a lot of old people going out for walks or jogging.

Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that they are damaging to their health?

The only reason that people have for continuing their bad habits is that they have become their habit and as they say bad habits die hard So, even when people know that it is harming them it is quite tough to stop doing things that they have inculcated in their routines for a long period of time.

Junk food: Đồ ăn nhanhHit the gym: Đi tập gym

Do wondersfor (Sb/St): Tốt (cho ai/cái gì)Unwind: Xả hơi (= Relax)

Health-concious: Quan tâm đến sức khỏeTreadmill: Máy chạy bộ

Speed up my metabolism: Tăng cường trao đổi chấtIntensive training: Luyện tập cao độ

Balanced diet: Chế độ ăn cân bằng

Lean body: Cơ thể mảnh mai nhưng khỏe mạnhChronic disease: Bệnh mãn tính

Diabetes: Bệnh tiểu đườngRemedy: Phương thuốc

Feasible methods: Phương pháp khả thi

Implement strict rules: Ban hành luật nghiêm khắcAbstract: Trừu tượng

Sculpture: Điêu khắc

Piece of artwork: Tác phẩm nghệ thuật

Eminent painter: Họa sĩ tài năngOil painting: Tranh sơn dầuAlignment: Bố cục

Depict: Mô tả

Elegant pursuit: Thú vui tao nhãInnate talent: Tài năng thiên bẩm

Think outside the box: Suy nghĩ thoáng, vượt ra ngoài quy chuẩnExcessive consumption of…: việc tiêu thụ quá mức…

Sedentary lifestyles: lối sống thụ động

Have a healthy diet = have a balanced diet: có 1 chế độ ăn lành mạnh, cân bằngRapid weight gain: sự tăng cân nhanh chóng

Weight problems: các vấn đề về cân nặngObesity: sự béo phì

Public health campaigns: chiến dịch cộng đồng vì sức khỏe

Suffer from various health issues: mắc hàng loạt vấn đề về sức khỏeHome-cooked food: thức ăn được nấu tại nhà

To be at a higher risk of heart diseases: tỷ lệ cao mắc phải bệnh timAverage life expectancy: tuổi thọ trung bình

The prevalence of fast food and processed food: sự thịnh hành của thức ăn

nhanh và các thức ăn được chế biến sẵn.

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Lifestyle

PART 1:

What do you do to stay healthy?

Well, I try to stay away from junk food, and I hit the gym on the daily basis Doing excercises regularly does wonders for not only my physical but also mental health and it really helps me to unwind after work.

Is it important to you to eat healthy food?

Yes, I prefer to eat healthy home-cooked food, rather than fast food or pre-prepared meals, because I want to stay fit and healthy as I get older.

If you catch a cold, what do you do to help you feel better?

I usually take paracetamol tablets, and I sometimes buy a nasal spray or cough medicine It also helps to stay at home and relax.

PART 2:

39 I think people who live healthily always have one thing in common: they try to strike a balance between work and life, between exercise and diet.

Even when you’re busy, try to do some exercise or have some entertainment You don’t need to go to the gym and spend 2 hours doing physical activity Maybe just a small break from work and some stretching exercise is enough to keep you fit and healthy Nowadays, more and more people suffer from a sedentary lifestyle so we always have to remind ourselves not to sit too much.

Diet is also very important I know food can be very tempting but try to stick to healthy food, food that you know is hygienic and carefully prepared Of course, once in a while, we can give ourselves a nice little treat, like the cheese pizza I had yesterday Drink a lot of water too, as water accounts for 60% of the human body weight and is key to effective metabolism.

PART 3

How should schools teach students to live healthy?

Schools can do a lot of things to teach children about living healthy They can introduce health as a subject in student’s curriculum Schools can also provide sports facilities to the students which will motivate the students to make exercise a part of their everyday life

What do people in your country do to maintain health?

In my country, people do various things to maintain health Some people like running, some prefer to go to the gym and some prefer playing a sport People are also consulting dieticians nowadays in order to reduce weight.

What could be done to promote a healthy lifestyle?

I think there are several feasible methods that could be adopted to lead a healthy life The government should implement strict rules on products or activities that affect people’s health, for example smoking in public places Another possible method is that more programs about healthy eating or taking up a sport should be produced and disseminated on social media such as TV or Facebook so that people can be more aware of the importance of healthy living

Do you think people pay enough attention to their health today?

Times have changed, I believe There was a time when people stopped caring about their health but I believe in recent times, people have again become more aware of their health Most people prefer doing some sort of physical activity in their lives to make sure they are healthy When making small decisions like the food they prefer, people are going for, much healthier foods.

Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older?

Definitely yes I think as the person starts getting old, they start getting the signs of bad health It is during that time that people realise the importance of health So, one can see a lot of old people going out for walks or jogging.

Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that they are damaging to their health?

The only reason that people have for continuing their bad habits is that they have become their habit and as they say bad habits die hard So, even when people know that it is harming them it is quite tough to stop doing things that they have inculcated in their routines for a long period of time.

Junk food: Đồ ăn nhanhHit the gym: Đi tập gym

Do wondersfor (Sb/St): Tốt (cho ai/cái gì)Unwind: Xả hơi (= Relax)

Health-concious: Quan tâm đến sức khỏeTreadmill: Máy chạy bộ

Speed up my metabolism: Tăng cường trao đổi chấtIntensive training: Luyện tập cao độ

Balanced diet: Chế độ ăn cân bằng

Lean body: Cơ thể mảnh mai nhưng khỏe mạnhChronic disease: Bệnh mãn tính

Diabetes: Bệnh tiểu đườngRemedy: Phương thuốc

Feasible methods: Phương pháp khả thi

Implement strict rules: Ban hành luật nghiêm khắcAbstract: Trừu tượng

Sculpture: Điêu khắc

Piece of artwork: Tác phẩm nghệ thuật

Eminent painter: Họa sĩ tài năngOil painting: Tranh sơn dầuAlignment: Bố cục

Depict: Mô tả

Elegant pursuit: Thú vui tao nhãInnate talent: Tài năng thiên bẩm

Think outside the box: Suy nghĩ thoáng, vượt ra ngoài quy chuẩnExcessive consumption of…: việc tiêu thụ quá mức…

Sedentary lifestyles: lối sống thụ động

Have a healthy diet = have a balanced diet: có 1 chế độ ăn lành mạnh, cân bằngRapid weight gain: sự tăng cân nhanh chóng

Weight problems: các vấn đề về cân nặngObesity: sự béo phì

Public health campaigns: chiến dịch cộng đồng vì sức khỏe

Suffer from various health issues: mắc hàng loạt vấn đề về sức khỏeHome-cooked food: thức ăn được nấu tại nhà

To be at a higher risk of heart diseases: tỷ lệ cao mắc phải bệnh timAverage life expectancy: tuổi thọ trung bình

The prevalence of fast food and processed food: sự thịnh hành của thức ăn

nhanh và các thức ăn được chế biến sẵn.

IELTS Speaking Sample - Topic: Lifestyle

PART 1:

What do you do to stay healthy?

Well, I try to stay away from junk food, and I hit the gym on the daily basis Doing excercises regularly does wonders for not only my physical but also mental health and it really helps me to unwind after work.

Is it important to you to eat healthy food?

Yes, I prefer to eat healthy home-cooked food, rather than fast food or pre-prepared meals, because I want to stay fit and healthy as I get older.

If you catch a cold, what do you do to help you feel better?

I usually take paracetamol tablets, and I sometimes buy a nasal spray or cough medicine It also helps to stay at home and relax.

PART 2:

Describe a healthy lifestyle you know You should say: • What is it?

• How do you know it? • When do you do it?

• and explain why do you think it is healthy?