Nội dung text Speaking guide - SET 1 - In-class.pdf
TNTRAM TOEIC – IELTS - VSTEP _ Composed and edited by Ms. Uyen 1 TOPIC 1: HOMETOWN 1. Where do you come from? ❖ Structures: + I’m from ... City/ Province, which is ... + I come from ... City/ Province, which is ... ❖ Ideas and Vocabulary: + be located/ situated in the south/ north/ middle of Vietnam ➔ It takes people about ... hours to get there by [plane/train/car...] + very modern/ bustling and vibrant/ crowded and noisy/ ancient and peaceful + famous/ well-known for [spectacular views = stunning landscapes = breathtaking scenery/ mild climate/ many delicious specialties/ friendly and hospitable people...] 2. What do you like about your hometown? ❖ Structures: + What I like the most about my hometown is ... + Generally speaking, I’m quite keen on ... ❖ Ideas and Vocabulary: + the spectacular views = stunning landscapes = breathtaking scenery ➔ There are many must-visit places in my hometown such as ... where tourists can [take wonderful photos/ get close to nature/ experience a different culture and lifestyle ...] + the friendly and hospitable people ➔ They are willing to lend a hand to others who are facing difficulties. + the massive paddy fields ➔ They bring me a sense of comfort and peace in mind 3. Are there any interesting places in your hometown? ❖ Structures: Commented [UD1]: Tỉnh thành Commented [UD2]: Tọa lạc ở Commented [UD3]: Nhộn nhịp và sống động Commented [UD4]: Cổ kính Commented [UD5]: Cảnh đẹp Commented [UD6]: Khí hậu ôn hòa Commented [UD7]: Đặc sản Commented [UD8]: Những nơi phải đến thăm Commented [UD9]: Gần gũi với thiên nhiên Commented [UD10]: Nồng nhiệt, hiếu khách Commented [UD11]: Giúp đỡ Commented [UD12]: Những canh đồng lúa bạt ngàn Commented [UD13]: Cảm giác thoải mái, yên bình
TNTRAM TOEIC – IELTS - VSTEP _ Composed and edited by Ms. Uyen 2 + Yes, of course, there are several places of interest in my hometown that I proudly introduce to others. For example, one of the most must-visit tourist attractions is ... + Yes, of course. My hometown is famous/well-known/renowned for ... + Yes, of course. When talking about ... City/ Province, people often remember ... ❖ Ideas and Vocabulary: + In this place, people can ... [take wonderful photos/ get close to nature/ experience a different culture and lifestyle ...] 4. Has your hometown changed much these years? ❖ Structures: + In recent years, my hometown has changed a lot. + Compared with the past, I have to say that my hometown has undergone/ experienced many significant changes. + Actually, I think my hometown hasn’t changed much. It is still as [peaceful/ crowded/ ancient...] as in the past. + The most obvious change is ... ❖ Ideas and Vocabulary: + The appearance of many high-rise buildings/ skyscrapers/ industrial zones + The disappearance of many forests, paddy fields and gardens to make way for the construction of houses and factories. + The rising population + The increasing level of pollution and noise 5. Do you know much about the history of your hometown? ❖ Structures: + Yes, I know a little bit about the history of my hometown. When I was a child, I was taught by teachers at school/ was told by my grandmother about wars. Commented [UD14]: Những nơi thú vị Commented [UD15]: Địa danh du lịch Commented [UD16]: Trải qua Commented [UD17]: Những tòa nhà cao tầng Commented [UD18]: Khu công nghiệp Commented [UD19]: Nhường chỗ cho Commented [UD20]: Dân số tăng Commented [UD21]: Chiến tranh
TNTRAM TOEIC – IELTS - VSTEP _ Composed and edited by Ms. Uyen 3 + It’s embarrassing to say that I have no idea about the history of my hometown. Although I used to be taught about that in history class at school, now I have to admit that I have totally forgotten all of them. + It’s embarrassing to say that I’m clueless about the history of my hometown. Although I used to be taught about that in history class at school, now I have to admit that I have totally forgotten all of them. ❖ Ideas and Vocabulary: + My hometown used to be colonized by French enemy + It used to be a battle field where our ancestors sacrificed in the bloody revolution for the national independence and freedom. 6. What is the best time to come to your hometown? ❖ Structures: + I guess the ideal time to pay a visit to my hometown is ...[in the spring/ during summer holiday/ in August...] + Well, visitors can have the best experiences if they come to my hometown in ... ❖ Ideas and Vocabulary: + At that time, the weather is pleasant and cool. + During that period, there are many exciting activities/ festivals taking place such as ... + Therefore, tourists can enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and have fascinating experiences. Commented [UD22]: Không có manh mối về Commented [UD23]: Thuộc địa hóa Commented [UD24]: Chiến trường Commented [UD25]: Hi sinh trong cuộc cách mạng đẫm máu Commented [UD26]: Sự độc lập và tự do quốc gia Commented [UD27]: Lý tưởng Commented [UD28]: Đến thăm Commented [UD29]: Không khí nhộn nhịp Commented [UD30]: Thú vị
TNTRAM TOEIC – IELTS - VSTEP _ Composed and edited by Ms. Uyen 4 TOPIC 2: HOME/ ACCOMMODATION 1. Do you live in a house or an apartment? ❖ Structures: + Now, I’m currently living in a/an ..., which is located [in the city center/ in District 3/ on the outskirts of the city/ in a small alley...] + So, it’s very convenient for me to go to many places such as shops, cinemas or hospitals because they are near my accommodation. ❖ Ideas and vocabulary: + a [small/large/ big/ spacious/ three-storey] house + a terraced house + an apartment/ a flat + a rented house + a dormitory 2. Who do you live with? ❖ Structures: + I live with my beloved family members. There are ... people in my family: ... + I live with other three friends. We were born and brought up in ... Province, and when we study university, we move to HCM City and live with each other. + I live with other five people. They’re all my classmates. They are so friendly and kind to me. 3. What is your favorite room in your house? ❖ Structures: + My favorite room is ... + My room of choice is ... + I love ... the most. Commented [UD31]: Ngoại ô thành phố Commented [UD32]: Con hẻm nhỏ Commented [UD33]: Rộng rãi Commented [UD34]: Nhà phố Commented [UD35]: KTX