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Download TÀI LUYỆN ÔN THI TIẾNG ANH B1 – VSTEP PHẦN THI NÓI and more Lecture notes Music in PDF only on Docsity! OVERVIEW OF VSTEP – SPEAKING (TỔNG QUAN VỀ PHẦN THI NÓI) PART DURATION FORMAT Part 1: social interaction 2-3 minutes Answer 3-6 questions about 2 different familiar topics (Hobbies, family, etc.) Part 2: Solution discussion 3 minutes ( 1 minute to prepare and 2 minutes to speak ) Choose 1 of 3 given solutions for the problem Part 3: topic development 4 minutes ( 1 minute to prepare and 3 minutes to speak ) Give own opinions on a given topic and answer extended questions. Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 2 I absolutely hate ... it’s really horrible I really don’t like I’m not very keen on I just adore I absolutely adore I’m quite keen on I’m fond of I’m into doing something Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 5 SOCIAL INTERACTION (PHẦN PHỎNG VẤN) In this part, you will be answered 3-6 questions about 2 different topics. Step 1: Introduce yourself My name is .... you can call me.... Step 2: Answer the questions given by the examiner Tips: - Answer at least 2-3 sentences for each question - Stay on the topic and give extra information (reason for your answer as well) - Using hesitating words and phrases to make your answer natural. - Using linking words - Never speak as if you memorize the answer. Question types: 1. Like/ dislike - Using expressing feelings expressions - Listing ideas by using linking words or phrases Example: What do you like about your hometown? => The best thing about living here is that everything is at your fingertips. Moreover, I just adore the local cuisine. However, I’m afraid I can’t stand me the traffic jams during rush hours. 2. Yes/ no question - Confirm the answer: yes/ no/ it depends - State the reasons - Clarify the reason by using example ( Optional ) Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 6 This kind of question partly similar to like/dislike questions except from the confirmation part Example: Do you like sport? => Yes, definitely. I am into it since it helps me to keep fit. Furthermore, I can enjoy meaningful time with my friends. Example: Do you think people should use public transport? => Yes, I totally agree that people should use buses or train since it would save a huge amount of money. Another reason is that it might reduce pollution. 3. Wh question - You might give the answer and then supporting ideas for it. (interrogative words: what, where) Example: Where does your family live? We live in Danang city, the largest city of Central Vietnam. This beautiful place is famous for sandy beaches and annual festival. - You might give the answer and the reason for your answer Example: How did you come here today? => I came here by motorbike as it is my only vehicle. Furthermore, it’s quite convenient because it’s easy to find a parking lot. Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 7 CHỦ ĐỀ 1: YOUR STUDY OR WORK Các cấu hỏi điển hình:  Are you a student or a worker?  Why did you choose your major/ job?  Is your major/job popular in your country these days?  How do you like your major/job?  Is there anything you dislike about your major/ job?  Strengths : thuận lợi  Weaknesses : bất lợi  Opportunities: cơ hội nghề nghiệp  Threats : những thách thức Giám khảo cũng có thể đặt câu hỏi theo SWOT, ví dụ: What kind of language can you speak? What are the benefits of speaking foreign language? What is the most difficult part of learning another language ? What is the most efficient way to learning another language? → Currently, I am a senior student at XXX University, majoring in computer science and technology and specializing in programing. → Well, I am fresh graduate from XXX University, and currently, I’m studying for IELTS at a language center and preparing to further my studies at XXX this coming July. I choose it simply because….. The reason why I decided on XXX is that…… The incentive/ starting point was that I was born for XXX, and my dream is to be a/ an XXX one day. Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 10 Actually, I am considering changing my major from A to B since I think that… 1. I am not good at…, and the study of…is really not my cup of tea. 2. … is the one that i really cannot get over/ is fairly demanding for me to overcome. 3. I am more talented/ gifted in… NGHỀ NGHIỆP THUẬN LỢI Generally, the best thing about my job is… simply/ mainly/ because…. Những lý do khiến bạn yêu thích nghề của mình:  Boost my people skills nâng cao kỹ nâng giao tiếp I enjoy interacting / communicating/ mingling with the different types of clients.  Expand my social network mở rộng quan hệ xã hội I may establish a sound relationship in this area  Meet my requirements đáp ứng các nhu cầu  Finaacial security đảm bảo về tài chính  Promotion opportunity cơ hội thăng tiến  Self-improvement hoàn thiện bản than BẤT LỢI Honestly, the worst I have to say about my job is… since… Lý do bạn không thích nghề nghiệp của mình hay những khó khan trong nghề I am little bored with sitting in front of a computer screen all day long, and I am longing for the job that involves dealing with people. Tôi cảm thấy chán việc ngồi trước màn hình máy tính suốt ngày, tối khao khát làm một nghề được tiếp xúc với mọi người. Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 11 Frankly speaking, I am currently experiencing some bottlenecks at work, and I want to actively look for some breakthrough, so I have chosen to improve my competence through studying abroad. Nói thẳng ra , hiện tôi đang gặp một số trở ngại trong công vieejcvaf tôi muốn chủ động tìm kiếm sự đột phá, vì vậy tôi đã chọn đi du học để nâng cao năng lực của mình. I hunger to escaping from my daily life routine and living a different life. Tôi khao khát thoát khỏi sinh hoạt thường nhật của mình và sống một cuộc đời khác Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 12 Không thích hợp: Life in my hometown is a bit monotonous; young people have few entertainment options Opportunity (cơ hội) Thích hợp: Opportunities in my city are various, from education to job-hunting, from making friends to watching a show, you name it. Không thích hợp: Young people can hardly find a well-paid job in my hometown. Life place (nhịp sống) Thích hợp: My hometown is less competitive and stressful than big cities, so young people may live a comfy and cozy life in such an environment. Không thích hợp: The living cost is a little bit higher than in small places, and people seldom have to stop and enjoy what they are opposed to. Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 15 CHỦ ĐỀ 3: YOUR HOBBIES AND INTERESTS Các câu hỏi điển hình: What do you like to do in your spare time? How do you spend your holidays or weekends? What is your favorite way of relaxation? Gợi ý In my spare time, I like to…  Catch up on gossip with my best friends tán gẫu với bạn thân  Watch films my boyfriend/girlfriend xem phim cùng bạn trai/bạn gái  Go window-shopping with my bestie dạo phố với bạn thân  Play video games chơi trò chơi điện tử  Go travelling around the country/ world đi du lịch khắp đất nước/thế giới  Sing karaoke with my classmates / colleagues hát karaoke với bạn học hoặc đồng nghiệp  Play cards / board games with my buddies chơi bài/cờ cùng bạn bè  Do some exercise like hiking/jogging/swimming/doing yoga/playing badminton vận động như đi bộ đường trường/chạy bộ/bơi lội/tập yoga/chơi cầu lông  Go on a picnic with my family members đi dã ngoại cùng các thành viên trong gia đình  Walk my dog or play Frisbee with it dắt chó đi dạo hoặc chơi ném đĩa với nó Simply because I can ….  Relax my self/wind down/unwind/kick back/lie back/take a load off/easy my mind Giải thích: Since I am a full-time student, I need to learn how to refresh and revitalize myself  Release my pressure/put down my burdan/ease my stress Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 16 Giải thích: Apparently, I have been pretty stressful about my examinations and my future so I need a way out  Keep fit/keep in good shape/keep a good figure/build my body/lose weight/live a well-balanced life Giải thích : Since I used to be a nerdy man, you know, sitting in front of the computer all day long, I’d better live a healthier life by doing some sport  Boost family concord/maintain bonds with friends and family members Giải thích : You know, I am about to study overseas, and I’ll probably be away from them for a while, so I like to cherish every possible chance to socialise with them Âm nhạc Do you like music? A – Khẳng định: Definitely yes, everyone enjoys music, and I am no exception. I love… Phủ định: Well, honestly speaking, music is really not my cup of tea simply because… What – pop, techno, hip-hop, rock, classical, light music Where – Normally, I like to listen to music from my earphones when I take a ride on public transport. When – When I can’t go to sleep, I like to listen some light music to calm myself down. Who – My most favorite singers are Adele, James Blunt, and Arvil Lavigne. Why – I am fond of music mainly because it can cheer me up greatly when I feel down/low/blue/bored/tired/depressed ( âm nhạc khiến tôi phấn khởi khi tôi thấy buồn/chán/mệt mỏi/thất vọng…) Besides, I also believe that music is an indispensable part ( một phần không thể thiếu ) of culture and tradition, through which I may have a better understanding of Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 17 What – badminton, billiards, jogging, hiking, cycling, skiing, skating, swimming Who – Where – Occasionally, I play basketball with my classmates/roommates on the basket-ball court/ in the stadium Why – I find sport beneficial in a variety of ways. For example, playing sport, I can:  Relax myself/release my pressure/release study burdens/ease tiredness Thư giãn/giải tỏa áp lực/giảm gánh nặng học tập/bớt mệt mỏi  Keep fit/keep in good shape/lose weight/build my body Giữ sức khỏe/giữ dáng/giảm cân/rèn luyện cơ thể  Strenhthen teamwork spirit and improve co-operation skills Tăng cường tinh thần đồng đội và cải thiện các kỹ năng hợp tác  Socialise / interact with my peers Giao tiếp với bạn đồng trang lứa  Learn the concept of winning and losing/maintain a sence of competition Hiểu khái niệm thắng thua/duy trì ý thức thi đua Đọc sách báo Do you like reading? A – Yes, I Love reading What – I normally read novels, newspapers, magazines, and textbooks. Where – When – While I am on a coach, reading is what I usually do to kill time, and sometimes I read books/magazines or listen to audio books on my iPhone/iPad/cell phone. Why – Reading, essentially, is a part of my daily life since reading can…  Broaden my horizon Mở rộng tầm nhìn  Enrich my knowledge Làm giàu kiến thức  Help me keep us with the latest news and information Giúp cập nhật tin tức Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 20  Cultivate my way of thinking (dependent/critical/creative/analytical) Rèn luyện tư duy  Enlighten my mind/set a fire in my mind Khai sáng trí tuệ  Add a bit of fun to my life Thêm chút niềm vui cho cuộc sống Đi mua sắm Do you like shopping? A – Oh, when it comes to shopping, I have to say that I am really a shopaholic. When – Where – In my spare time, I like to go to shopping at a mall, a convenience store, a grocery store, a supermarket, a department store, or go shopping online. What – Mostly, I shop for daily necessities, like cosmetics, skin care products, fashion stuff, snacks, clothes, sneakers, etc. Why – I love shopping for a variety of reasons; for example, I can…  Relax myself/release my pressure Thư giãn/giải tỏa áp lực  Meet my requirements on a daily basis Đáp ứng các nhu cầu hàng ngày của bản thân  Get a sense of satisfaction Có cảm giác thoải mái  Buy myself a brand-new dress/try on different clothes Mua cho mình một chiếc đầm mới tinh/mặc thử quần áo khác nhau  Have an opportunity to catch up with beasties Có dịp theo kịp bạn bè  Catch up with the latest trend and fashion Theo kịp xu hướng thời trang mới nhất  Facilitate my daily life with new technologies Giảm bớt những khó khăn trong sinh hoạt thường nhất bằng các công nghệ mới. Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 21 Travel Do you like travelling? A – Yes, I guess everyone enjoys travelling, and I am no exception. When – Who – Normally, in my spare time, I may travel to different places with my parents or my best friends. Where – I have travelled to many places, including coastal cities like Phu Quoc Island, minority gathering areas like Sa Pa and Central Highlands. I also went to Cambodia last summer vacation. Why – I like travelling since it definitely brings me heaps of benefits. 1st reason: Firstly, my horizon can be greatly broadened as I can meet different people from different places, try different food, and even learn different languages and cultures 2nd reason: Besides, I always regard travelling as a perfect chance for me to get away from my daily life routines. You know, life gets monotonous if you stay in one place all year long, and through travelling, my life can be revitalized. Lợi ích của du lịch :  Broaden horizon Mở rộng tầm nhìn  Unwind/relax/release pressure Thư giãn/giải tỏa áp lức  Escape from daily life routines Thoát khỏi sinh hoạt thường nhật  Boost family/friend bonding Thắt chặt quan hệ gia đình/bạn bè  Experience new customs/visit sceneries Trải nghiệm phong tục mới/tham quan  Meet personal needs, like shopping/visiting friends or relatives Đáp ứng các nhu cầu cá nhân như mua sắm/thăm bạn bè hoặc họ hàng. Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 22 Holiday/Weekend How often do you have holidays? Well, normally, since I am still a college student, there are two periods when I can have long holidays, which are the summer holiday and Lunar New Year holiday What will you do during holidays? During holidays, I like to go travelling, just as many other young people. Besides, I also try to find a part-time job or an intern job. Since I am about to hunt for a job in the coming year, it is pretty necessary to enrich work experience. Is it important to have holidays? Đưa ra quan điểm Yes, absolutely yes, having holidays is really necessary Nêu lý do Mainly because holidays give us a chance to rest, and we can do whatever we want to Nêu ví dụ For example, we can learn new skills, travel to different places, or spend time with my parents, and after the holiday, we will be revitalised and refreshed for study or work Đề giả định Without holidays, I guess we would probably be exhausted and have no time for adjustment Kết luận So, holidays are vital for everyone Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 25 In this part of the test, you are given A SITUATION and THREE OPTIONS for you to choose from. You need to decide on THE BEST choice and JUSTIFY your opinion Answering method: Step 1: Analyze the topic. (1 minute)  Choose the option that you have more ideas ( not the one you interested in )  List 2 advantages (reasons) of the option you choose and disadvantages of the 2 remain options Step 2: Answer the question  Introduction : (paraphrase the statement) State the option you choose  Body : state 2 advantages and compare with the other 2 options  Conclusion : Summarize your choice VSTEP SPEAKING PART 2 SOLUTION DISCUSSIONS Question requirements Example Your family is planning on a holiday. There are three options that are reasonable to your family time and financial budget: three-day trip to a foreign country, four-day trip to a mountainous area, and a two-day trip at a beach resort. What do you think is the best choice?  Situation: Your family is planning on a holiday  Options: There are three options that are reasonable to your family time and financial budget: three-day trip to a foreign country, four-day trip to a mountainous area, and a two-day trip at beach resort  Requirement: Which do you think is the best choice? Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 26 Note:  Don’t try to complicate your ideas, Make it straightforward, simple and easy to understand  Compound and complex sentences are welcome, make sure you produce accurate simple sentences  Try to speak without hesitation. Choose the option that you find it easier to explain and support rather than choose what you like  Try to maintain eye contact with the examiner during your talk Languages features: 1. Comparatives and superlatives (to show the similarities and differences between the options, try to highlight the most outstanding features of your option) 2. Signal words to list the reasons and support to create coherence within your answer Sample answer Question: You are 18 now and you have the right to decide on what kind of accommodation you want. There are three options for you to choose from: living with your parents, living with your close friends in a rented house and living in the dormitory. Which do you think is the best? Sample 1: As for me, living in the dormitory is an ideal choice because of two main reasons. First, it will be more convenient and effective for my study. I don’t have to waste time travelling to campus as when living with my parents or with my friends in a rented house. I can also get accessed to study facilities such as library or computer labs much more easily. Second, living in the dormitory will help me to enjoy my student life to the fullest. There are many fun activities on campus which students living at home or Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 27 b. Now, highlight the most obvious advantage:  But I would probably say that the one thing that really stands out is that …  But it goes without saying that the most apparent would be that…  Although I guess that the most visible would be that…  However, I guess that the most evident would be that… c. Now develop this advantage with one of the following structures  This is obviously favorable because  This is undoubtedly positive for the simple reason that…  This is without doubt beneficial because… d. Now introduce your second advantage:  At the same time a second bonus might be that…  Besides this, a second plus point could be that…  As well as this a further favorable aspect would be that… e. Add a simple sentence to explain the advantage and develop it with one of the following:  This is clearly advantageous because…  This is definitely valuable since…  This is surely a positive feature because… NOTE: for most questions, two advantages should be enough to produce a good quality answer. There is no need to list every advantage. 3. Appropriate language to express “disadvantages” : drawback, shortcoming, limitation… SUGGESTED STRUCTURES FOR DESCRIBING DISADVANTAGES OF SOMETHING: a. Begin with a linking structure to explain that there are some disadvantages:  I think it’s fair to say that there are few negative aspects.  I’m sure most people would agree that there are some drawbacks.  Of course there are a couple of shortcomings. b. Now introduce your main disadvantage: Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 30  I guess the most impractical characteristic would be that…  I suppose the most unfavorable quality might be that..  Unquestionably, the most adverse feature would be that… c. Now use a linking structure to develop this disadvantage:  Most people would agree that this is problematic because…  This is an obvious weakness because…  This is a clear limitation because… d. Now describe your second disadvantage:  Correspondingly, an additional weak point might be that…  Supplementary to this, a further handicap may be that…  At the same time, another stumbling block might be that e. Add a simple sentence to explain the disadvantage and develop it with one of the following:  And the trouble with this is that…  This is can be a hassle because…  This is usually an aggravation because… ADDITIONAL STRUCTURE TO CONVEY YOUR IDEAS  State your opinion: I suppose I would choose A as the most suitable choice ( method , means)… Certainly/ obviously/ A would be the ultimate option… A is the option that suits me most…  Explain your choice by giving two advantages: This is due to / because of two main factors. Clearly/ obvious, there are two mains reason for my choice.  Present 2 other options: It is also suggests that I choose B and C… My friends/ many/ several recommend that … Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 31 However, I was recommended that… because…  Present the pros of B and C: Regarding B, it can’t be denied that/ undeniably … C is clearly effective since/ as/ for …  Present the cons of B and C: As compared to A / in comparison with A,…. Conversely, B/C is not suitable … Despite the plus points, B/C are not the ultimate options due to…. In spite off the positive, B / possesses several shortcoming.  Present the disadvantage of A and rebut ( for rebuttal you may use the two tips presented in class) It is clear that A …; however, considering … I must admit that A has one downside regarding …, however,… Even though …, I still opt for this because… Even though A is…, it is solvable… Compared to B and C, A …; however… Example question for VSTEP speaking part II 1. You are going to invite your friends to your birthday party, but you are wondering where to hold your party: at your house? At a restaurant? or at a karaoke? 2. Your family is planning on a holiday. There are three options that are reasonable to your family time and financial budget: three – day trip to a foreign country, four-day trip to a mountainous area, and a two-day trip at a beach resort. What do you think is the best choice? Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 32 VSTEP SPEAKING PART 3 TOPIC DEVELOPMENT In this part of the test, there will be given a STATEMENT and some SUPPORTING DETAILS, which are displayed in a MIND-MAP. You need to CLARIFY the statement by using the supporting details and your OWN IDEAS Example: reading habit should be encouraged among teenagers. - Statement: reading habit should be encouraged among teenagers - Supporting details: increases knowledge Reduces stress Improves memory Answering method Step 1: analyze the topic( 1 minute) - Find synonym, phrasal verbs, collocation, etc. to change the expressions of the statement topic In creases knowledge Reduces stress READING Your own ideas Improves memory Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 35 - Find example for each supporting detail or clarify it with more information - Find your own idea and example or more information for it. Step 2: state your answer - Introduction; paraphrase the statement. - Body: develop the supporting details9 which are given as nouns, noun phrase, verbs phrase, etc.) into sentences. For each supporting detail, present example or further information. - Conclusion: summarize the topic. Tips: - Try to vary your vocabulary by using synonym , related words, phrasal verbs, etc, instead of using given words - For the extended questions, use the method of speaking part 1 Answer sample: reading habit should be encouraged among teenagers Step 1  Statement: - Reading habit = reading culture, the habit of reading , the culture of reading - Encouraged =to boost, to inspire - Teenagers = the youth , adolescence, young people, young generation, teens  Supporting details - Increase knowledge = broaden/ widen knowledge / understanding Knowledge gathers day by day through books. - Reduces stress = release stress, get away from pressure, stress reduction Keep people away from reality - Improve memory = memory improvement Have to remember characters, backgrounds, etc => help to gain memory improvement  Own ideas: improve focus and concentration. Step 2 Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 36 Reading culture seems to be forgotten because of modern technology. However, teens should engage with reading for following reasons First of all, the culture of reading allows young generation to widen their understanding. In fact, everything they achieve from book would fill their head with new information. Next, reading habit would be method to free adolescence’s mind. No matter how much stress they have at a school, at home, in their relationships, it all just slips away when they lose themselves in a great story. Another good point of reading culture is the memory improvement it brings. When you read a book, you have to remember characters, their backgrounds as well as their ambitions, history, etc. It is undeniable that it is a good method to practice memorization skills. Lastly, teens would improve focus and concentration through reading books. When they read a book, all of their attention is focused on the story. As a result, their ability to concentrate would be increase. To sum up, the youth should be inspired to read books due to the benefits it bring. SUGGESTED TOPICC FOR VSTEP SPEAKING No topic Part1 Part 2 Part 3 1 Family Answer some question about your family Which one would be your best choice: a large family with many children, a small family in which you a the only child, and a small family with 2 children Advantages of nuclear family - For children - For parents - Your own ides 2 Jobs Answer some Between Factors that affect Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 37 one might be the best way to keep fit? - Your own ides 12 Presents Answer some question about presents Which gift you are going to bring to your friend’s birthday party; some fruit, a bunch of flowers or cakes? The difficulties of choosing presents: -takes lots of time Hard to choose a suitable one - Your own ides 13 Charities activities Answer some question about what to do to help people Between an organization that rescues wildlife animals, a charity that helps HIV affected people and charity that helps street children. Which one would you like to work for? Benefits of doing charities: -help people - feel better - Your own ides 14 Vacation Answer some question about holidays Between going to the beach, mountain climbing and visiting hometown , which one might be the best choice Reason for traveling -relaxation - discovery - Your own ides 15 Tourist accommodation Answer some question about A big and expensive hotel, Relationships between tourist accommodation Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 40 travelling a small but comfortable hotel and a home stay. Which one might be the best choice for you? why and tourism -tourism helps to develop tourist accommodation - tourist accommodation promotes tourism - Your own ides 16 shopping Answer some question about shopping Online shopping, TV shopping and catalog shopping. Which would be your best choice? Benefits of online shopping -save time - variety of items - Your own ides 17 music Answer some question about music Violin, piano, and drum, what would you choose to learn Children should learn to play instrument in the early age: -teach them perseverance - increase their concentration - Your own ides Tài liệu luyện thi B1 VSTEP - Phần viết Page 41