Tiêu đề 3.3.1 - VSTEP WRITING TASK 1 (Both informal _ formal emails).docx ✅

1 TASK 1 1. Write an email You have just received an email from a friend of yours, Sarah from London. Read part of her email below. This summer vacation, I intend to travel to your country. Can you suggest some places that I can visit? And where should I stay during the journey? Besides, are there any part-time jobs for foreign students? I’m really looking forward to meeting you. Write a reply to Sarah. In your email, you must - ask her what she wants to do - suggest places that she can visit - give her some advice about the accommodation - suggest a part-time job. Hi Sarah, I’m so glad to hear from you and I’m excited that you’re coming to visit my country this summer. I can’t wait to see you and show you around. What kind of activities do you enjoy? Do you like nature, culture, history, or adventure? There are so many places that you can visit depending on your interests and preferences. For example, if you like nature, you can go to the national parks and see the wildlife and scenery. If you like culture, you can visit the museums and galleries and learn about the local traditions and arts. If you like history, you can explore the ancient temples and monuments and discover the past civilizations. If you like adventure, you can try some sports and activities like hiking, rafting, or zip-lining. As for the accommodation, I suggest that you book a hostel or a guesthouse online in advance. They are usually cheaper and more convenient than hotels and they offer a chance to meet other travelers and locals. You can also use some apps or websites to find homestays or couchsurfing options if you want to experience the local lifestyle and hospitality. If you want to work part-time while traveling, you can look for some online jobs that don’t require a visa or a work permit. For example, you can do some freelance writing, editing, translating, or tutoring. You can also use some platforms like Upwork or Fiverr to find gigs that suit your skills and schedule.
2 I hope this email helps you plan your trip. Please let me know if you have any questions or need any help. I’m looking forward to hearing from you soon. Take care, 2. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You received an email from your friend. Yesterday, I had a wonderful birthday party with my family and friends. When I came home from school, I was surprised when I saw a huge birthday cake made by my mother. My house was decorated for the party and all my close friends and relatives were there. We sang birthday song and enjoyed delicious food. It was a great party. How about your last birthday party? What did you do? How did you feel? Did you enjoy it? Write a reply to him/ her. You should write at least 120 words. Hi, I’m so happy to hear that you had a wonderful birthday party with your family and friends. It sounds like you had a lot of fun and felt loved and appreciated. Your mother is so sweet to make you a huge birthday cake. I wish I could have been there to celebrate with you. My last birthday party was also very memorable and enjoyable. It was during the lockdown, so I couldn’t have a big party like you. But my parents and my sister made it special for me. They decorated my room with balloons and streamers and gave me some nice gifts. They also ordered pizza and ice cream for me, which are my favorite foods. We watched a movie together and played some games online. I felt very happy and grateful for having such a caring family. Thank you for sharing your birthday experience with me. I hope you have a great year ahead and achieve all your goals and dreams. Best wishes, Your friend 3. You have just received a letter from your friend, Susan.

4 Thank you for your email. I’m so happy that you share my love for dogs and that you are interested in my new puppy. He is the cutest thing ever and I can’t get enough of him. His name is Max and he is a golden retriever. He is three months old and he has fluffy fur and big brown eyes. He loves to play with his toys and run around the house. He also likes to cuddle and sleep on my lap. I got him from a friend of mine who breeds dogs. She knew that I always wanted a dog and she offered me one of her puppies as a gift. I was overjoyed and I accepted right away. She also gave me some advice on how to take care of him and train him. Taking care of a dog is not easy, but it is very rewarding. I have to feed him, groom him, take him to the vet, and clean up after him. I also have to teach him some basic commands and house rules. He is very smart and eager to learn, but sometimes he can be naughty and stubborn. I spend as much time as I can playing with him. He is very energetic and playful, and he needs a lot of exercise and stimulation. We go for walks every day and we play fetch or tug-of-war in the backyard. He also likes to chase birds and squirrels. He makes me laugh a lot with his funny antics. I hope this email gives you an idea of what my new puppy is like. He is my best friend and I love him very much. Do you have any pets or do you plan to get one in the future? Let me know. 5. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. A sports center manager wrote an email to you. Thank you very much for using our sports center. As you visit our sports center so often, I am writing to ask for your opinions so that we can improve the service quality. We would be grateful if you could tell us the reasons why you chose our center and whether you are satisfied using the sports facilities. We would also want to know if there is anything you are unhappy with and things you would like to be changed. And is there anything new you would like to see and use? Dear Sports Center Manager,