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[email protected] Learn with us at fb.com/englishcoachvn 1 © 2023 The English Coach. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the copyright owner. Speaking Samples Part 1 1. Tea & Coffee Which do you prefer, tea or coffee? I am honestly more of a tea person. I mean, there’s nothing like kicking back with a cup of tea after a long day of hard work. I drink coffee sometimes, but it is not really my thing. When was the last time you had a cup of coffee / tea? I just had a cup of tea last night. It’s my nightly ritual to relax with a cup of hot tea before bed. The tea is really good at helping me drift off to sleep. Do you usually buy your coffee in a coffee shop? Well, I have a soft spot for coffee shops. There’s just something about sipping on a freshly brewed cup that makes me keep coming back to a coffee place near my house. Do you want to make your own cup of coffee at home? Honestly, no. I mean, I’ve actually tried, but I can’t seem to get the hang of it. Every time I try to make my own cup of coffee, it turns out to be a total disaster. I’d rather leave it to the pros and just grab my cup from a local café. 2. Cinema What kind of films do you like? I’m always head over heels for romantic comedies. They’re definitely my go-to when I’m feeling blue or just need a good laugh. There’s really nothing like a rom com to lift your spirits on a bad day. Did you often watch films when you were a child? Oh, absolutely! I remember eating up any film that came my way when I had time. I even came to the cinema once or twice a month with my parents to catch the latest blockbusters. Do you often go to the cinema with your friends? To be honest, not as much as I’d like to. Since we are all busy with our schedules, it’s quite difficult for us to plan a cinema outing. I usually end up streaming films at home on Netflix. Have you ever gone to the cinema alone? Absolutely! As I told you previously, going to the cinema with my friends is not really easy. So sometimes I would just take the chance to fly solo and immerse myself in the film.
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[email protected] Learn with us at fb.com/englishcoachvn 2 © 2023 The English Coach. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the copyright owner. 3. Running Do you go running a lot? Well, not as much as I should. I’ve been trying to get into the habit of running every day in the morning. But life is just hard, and I often end up putting this activity on the back burner. Where do you usually go running? When I have the chance, I usually beat a path to the local park. It’s my favourite place because it’s peaceful, and I can just get lost in nature, which can really recharge my batteries. Did you go running when you were a child? Not really though. I was not an active kid growing up. As a child, I was more of a bookworm, who was happier to curl up in a good story than to put on my running shoes. What do you prefer, running alone or running with friends? I am actually a lone runner. Due to my busy schedule, I can only run in the early morning when everyone is still in bed. But honestly, doing so gives me a chance to tune out the world and focus on myself, which is difficult to do if I run with my buddies. 4. Gifts Have you ever sent handmade gifts to others? Well, not really. I don’t think I am cut out for any arts and crafts activity. I’d rather pick out some unique gifts from a store than roll up my sleeves and get crafty. Have you ever received a great gift? Oh, absolutely! If I am not mistaken, it was in my sophomore year in university that a dear friend of mine gave me a book that I’d been dying to read. It was probably because I was rambling about it for a few weeks before that and they really knew what made me tick. How do you often choose a gift? I’m actually quite careful when choosing a gift for someone. I usually try to get a feel for what the person is into at the moment. If it’s too hard, I will just go for classic gifts that never go out of style like a notebook or some stickers. Do you think you are good at choosing gifts? Well, it’s hit or miss for me. Sometimes I could pick out some very great gifts for my friends. But sometimes my gifts are too general and not as significant as I want, especially when it comes to giving presents to the ones I don’t know too well.
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[email protected] Learn with us at fb.com/englishcoachvn 3 © 2023 The English Coach. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the copyright owner. 5. Helping others Do you usually help people around you? How? I always try my best to. Sometimes it’s just the little things around me like offering a word of advice to my friends or helping my old neighbours with their household chores. I am the kind of person who is always ready to give a helping hand. Did your parents teach you how to help others? Without a doubt! My parents taught me so many lessons about how I could be kind and go the extra mile for others, especially for those in need. I suppose this is mutual for all parents to teach their kids about kindness. What have you done to help the elderly? So, whenever I come across an elderly person in need, I always try to help them carry groceries or assist them across the street. I believe these small gestures can just brighten their day by a whole lot. Did your parents help you a lot when you were young? Oh, they definitely did. My parents always had my back through all the difficulties in my childhood. I just can’t thank them enough for their unwavering support when I had a problem at school or in life. They’ve really laid the groundwork for the person I am today. 6. Fishing Do you like eating fish? Oh, I’m totally hooked on fish. I just can’t get enough of its fresh and delicate flavour. My favourite dish is actually smoked salmon with some fresh herbs and sweet and sour dressing. Have you ever gone fishing before? I actually have never caught a fish in my life. While I know many people find it interesting to go fishing on the weekends, I don’t think I have the patience to sit around waiting for fish for several hours. Have you ever been to a place where there are a lot of fish around you? Yes, I once visited an aquarium during my trip to Busan, South Korea. I had a chance to see so many kinds of fish with my own eyes and the experience was truly amazing. Did you enjoy seeing fish when you were young? Absolutely! I remember reading all kinds of books about fish back when I was a kid. I even enjoyed watching TV programs about marine life on the weekends with my dad, who was also very into the topic.
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