Đề 2 — Travelling + Music
Nguồn: Đề thi thật VSTEP B1 (2019-2021)
Speaking Part 1: Interview
Phần tiêu đề “Speaking Part 1: Interview”Topic A — Travelling
Phần tiêu đề “Topic A — Travelling”1. Have you ever flown abroad?
Yes, I have flown abroad once. I went to Thailand last summer with my family. It was my first time on a plane, and I felt very excited. The trip was short, but I had a wonderful experience.
2. When you travel, which type of vehicle do you prefer?
I prefer travelling by plane because it is fast and comfortable. For example, flying from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City takes only about 2 hours. Moreover, I can relax and enjoy the view from the sky.
3. How do you prefer to travel on long journeys?
For long journeys, I prefer to travel by plane because it saves a lot of time. If the place is not too far, I also enjoy going by train because I can see beautiful scenery along the way. However, I don’t like travelling by bus because it makes me feel carsick.
4. What kind of places have you visited in your life?
I have visited many beautiful places in Vietnam such as Da Lat, Ha Long Bay, and Nha Trang. I also went to Thailand once. I enjoy visiting beaches and mountains the most because they help me relax and forget about my daily stress.
Topic B — Music
Phần tiêu đề “Topic B — Music”1. Do you like listening to music?
Yes, I love listening to music. I listen to music every day, especially when I study or before I go to bed. Music helps me feel relaxed and happy.
2. What types of music do you like?
I like pop music the most because it has a nice melody and the lyrics are easy to understand. I also enjoy ballads because they make me feel emotional. My favorite singer is Son Tung MTP.
3. Did you learn to play a musical instrument when you were a child?
Yes, I learned to play guitar when I was about 12 years old. My father taught me how to play some simple songs. However, I didn’t practice enough, so I am not very good at it now. I wish I had practiced more.
4. How do you feel when you listen to this music?
When I listen to music, I feel very relaxed and peaceful. If I am sad, music cheers me up. If I am stressed after a long day of studying, music helps me calm down. I think music is like a good friend to me.
Speaking Part 2: Discussion
Phần tiêu đề “Speaking Part 2: Discussion”Your English friend wants to improve English skills. Where should they take a class: learning online, joining a class at a language center, or joining an English club?
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”I would recommend joining a class at a language center. I think this is the best way for my friend to improve his English.
The first reason is that there is a professional teacher who can help my friend directly. When my friend makes a mistake, the teacher can correct it right away. He can also ask questions whenever he does not understand something.
The second reason is that a language center has a fixed schedule. This helps my friend study regularly and not give up easily. He will also meet other students and practice speaking with them in class.
I would not choose learning online because it is easy to get distracted. My friend might watch videos or check social media instead of studying. As for joining an English club, it is fun but there are no structured lessons. He can only chat with people, but he cannot learn grammar or writing skills.
In short, joining a class at a language center is the best choice because my friend will have a good teacher and a clear study plan.
Speaking Part 3: Topic Development (nói 2 phút)
Phần tiêu đề “Speaking Part 3: Topic Development (nói 2 phút)”People tend to choose planes for holidays: convenient, fast, and good service.
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”Today, I would like to talk about why people tend to choose planes for holidays. I agree with this idea, and I have three reasons.
Firstly, flying is very convenient. Nowadays, people can book tickets online easily with just a few clicks. There are also many low-cost airlines such as VietJet and AirAsia, so flying is not expensive anymore. In addition, airports have many facilities like restaurants, shops, and free wifi, which make waiting time more comfortable.
Secondly, planes are much faster than other vehicles. For example, a flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City takes only 2 hours, while going by train takes about 30 hours. This means people can save time and have more time to enjoy their holiday. Especially for international trips, planes are the only practical choice.
Thirdly, airlines provide good service during the flight. Passengers can enjoy free meals and drinks. The seats are comfortable, and there are entertainment programs such as movies and music. Flight attendants are also very friendly and helpful.
In conclusion, I believe travelling by plane is the best choice for holidays because it is convenient, fast, and offers excellent service.
Writing Task 1: Informal Letter
Phần tiêu đề “Writing Task 1: Informal Letter”Your sibling lives in the countryside and wrote to ask you about methods to improve their English score. Write a letter to tell them how to improve listening skills and how to calm down during the exam.
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”Dear Minh,
Thank you for your letter! I’m so happy to hear from you. You asked me about how to improve your English, so let me give you some useful tips.
First, to improve your listening skills, you should listen to English every day. You can listen to English songs and try to understand the lyrics. You should also watch English movies with subtitles — this helps you get used to the speed of English speaking. Another good way is to listen to BBC Learning English or simple podcasts. When you listen, try to focus on the keywords — you don’t need to understand every single word.
Second, about how to stay calm during the exam, here are my tips. The night before the exam, you should sleep early and eat a good breakfast in the morning. When you enter the exam room, take a deep breath and tell yourself “I can do it.” Before the listening part starts, read the questions carefully so you know what to listen for. This will make you feel more confident. If you miss an answer, don’t worry — just move on to the next question.
I believe you can do it! Study hard and stay positive. Write to me if you need more help.
Love, Lan
Writing Task 2: Essay — Problems & Solutions
Phần tiêu đề “Writing Task 2: Essay — Problems & Solutions”The world is experiencing a dramatic increase in population. Describe the problems of overpopulation and suggest solutions.
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”Nowadays, the world’s population is increasing rapidly, and this is causing many serious problems. In this essay, I will describe the main problems of overpopulation and suggest some solutions.
Firstly, overpopulation leads to a shortage of resources. When there are too many people, there is not enough food, clean water, and housing for everyone. This is especially serious in poor countries where many people live in poverty and hunger. Children cannot go to school, and families do not have enough money to buy food.
Secondly, more people means more pollution. People need more cars, more factories, and more houses. This produces a lot of waste and emissions, which damages the environment. Moreover, people cut down forests to build houses and farms, which destroys the ecosystem and makes climate change worse.
To solve these problems, I think the government should educate people about family planning. When people understand the importance of having fewer children, the population will grow more slowly. In addition, the government should create more jobs in rural areas so that people do not have to move to big cities. Finally, investing in technology can help produce more food and use resources more efficiently.
In conclusion, overpopulation causes many problems such as resource shortage and environmental pollution. However, with proper education and good policies, we can find effective solutions to this problem.