Đề 4 — Celebrities + Advertisement
Nguồn: Đề thi thật VSTEP B1 (2019-2021)
Speaking Part 1: Interview
Phần tiêu đề “Speaking Part 1: Interview”Topic A — Celebrities
Phần tiêu đề “Topic A — Celebrities”1. Who is your favorite celebrity?
My favorite celebrity is Son Tung MTP. He is a very talented singer in Vietnam. I admire him because his songs are catchy and meaningful. He also works very hard and never gives up on his dreams.
2. How do celebrities influence fans?
Celebrities can influence their fans in many ways. Firstly, they can be good role models. When fans see their favorite celebrities working hard, they are inspired to work hard too. However, some celebrities have a bad lifestyle, which can negatively affect young people.
3. Do you like any foreign celebrities?
Yes, I like Taylor Swift because her songs are very beautiful and meaningful. I also like BTS because they are talented and their dance performances are amazing. I think foreign celebrities help me learn more about other cultures.
4. Would you like to be a celebrity?
No, I would not like to be a celebrity. I think celebrities have too much pressure from the media and the public. They also lose their private life because people follow them everywhere. I prefer to live a simple and quiet life.
Topic B — Advertisement
Phần tiêu đề “Topic B — Advertisement”1. Are there many advertisements in your country?
Yes, there are a lot of advertisements in Vietnam. We can see ads everywhere — on TV, on social media, on billboards along the streets, and even on buses. I think the number of ads has increased a lot in recent years.
2. Why are there so many advertisements now?
I think there are so many ads because of competition between companies. Every company wants to attract more customers and increase their sales. Advertising is the best way to let people know about new products. Moreover, social media makes it very easy and cheap to advertise.
3. Where do we see advertisements?
We can see ads in many places. The most common places are television, social media like Facebook and YouTube, and billboards on the streets. We also see ads in newspapers, on buses, and in shopping malls. Even our phones show ads when we use free apps.
4. How do you feel about advertisements?
I have mixed feelings about advertisements. Sometimes they are useful because they introduce me to new products that I need. However, most ads are very annoying, especially when they interrupt my videos on YouTube. I think there should be fewer ads on social media.
Speaking Part 2: Discussion
Phần tiêu đề “Speaking Part 2: Discussion”Your mother’s birthday is next February. You want to give her a special gift. Which would you choose: flowers, a hand-made card, or a notebook?
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”I would choose to give my mother a hand-made card. I think it is the most meaningful gift among the three options.
The first reason is that a hand-made card shows my sincerity and love. I will make it myself, so my mother can feel how much I care about her. I will decorate it with beautiful drawings and use her favorite colors.
The second reason is that I can write a heartfelt message inside the card. I will tell her how much I love her and thank her for everything she has done for me. My mother can keep this card as a lasting memory, and she can read it again whenever she misses me.
I would not choose flowers because they will wilt after a few days. They are beautiful, but they don’t last long. My mother would feel sad when the flowers die. As for a notebook, it is too ordinary. You can buy a notebook anywhere, and it does not carry any special meaning.
In short, a hand-made card is the best gift because it shows my love and my mother can keep it forever.
Speaking Part 3: Topic Development (nói 2 phút)
Phần tiêu đề “Speaking Part 3: Topic Development (nói 2 phút)”Online shopping has many disadvantages: late delivery, poor quality, and lack of shopping experience.
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”Today, I would like to talk about the disadvantages of online shopping. Although online shopping is very popular nowadays, I think it has several problems.
Firstly, one of the biggest problems is late delivery. When people order products online, they often have to wait for many days to receive them. During holidays like Tet or Christmas, there are too many orders, so delivery is even slower. Sometimes, products are delivered to the wrong address or even get lost during shipping. This makes customers very frustrated.
Secondly, the quality of products is often poor and different from what customers expect. The pictures on the website look beautiful, but the real products may look completely different. Since customers cannot touch or try the products before buying, they easily waste money on bad items. Moreover, returning products is usually very complicated and time-consuming.
Thirdly, online shopping takes away the real shopping experience. When people shop online, they cannot walk around the store, try on clothes, or feel the material. They also miss the chance to spend time with friends or family while shopping. Shopping is not just about buying things — it is also a social activity that people enjoy.
In conclusion, although online shopping is convenient, it has many disadvantages such as late delivery, poor quality, and a lack of real shopping experience. People should be more careful when shopping online.
Writing Task 1: Informal Letter
Phần tiêu đề “Writing Task 1: Informal Letter”Your American friend is coming to visit you. Write a letter to express your happiness, tell about the weather to prepare, and share your plans (what to do, where to go).
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”Dear John,
I’m so excited to hear that you’re coming to Vietnam! I can’t wait to see you. It has been a long time since we last met, so I have already planned many fun things for us to do together.
First, let me tell you about the weather here. You are coming in July, so it will be very hot and humid — about 35 to 38 degrees. You should bring light clothes, sunscreen, and a hat to protect yourself from the sun. It also rains sometimes in the afternoon, so don’t forget to bring an umbrella.
Now, let me share my plans for your visit. I will take you to Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter in Hanoi. These are the most famous and beautiful places in the city. We will also try some delicious Vietnamese food like pho, bun cha, and egg coffee — I’m sure you will love them! If we have time, I want to take you to Ha Long Bay for a weekend trip. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world.
I’m sure you will have a wonderful time in Vietnam. Let me know your exact arrival date so I can pick you up at the airport!
Best wishes, Linh
Writing Task 2: Essay — Discuss both views
Phần tiêu đề “Writing Task 2: Essay — Discuss both views”Some people think watching TV is bad for children because it harms their health and exposes them to negative images. Others think TV has benefits such as relaxation and boosting imagination. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”Nowadays, television is one of the most popular forms of entertainment for children. Some people believe that watching TV is bad for children, while others think it has many benefits. In this essay, I will discuss both views and give my opinion.
On the one hand, watching too much TV can be harmful to children. Firstly, sitting in front of the TV for many hours can damage their eyesight and lead to obesity because they do not move or exercise. Secondly, some TV programs contain violence and negative images that can badly affect children’s behavior. Children may think that fighting or using bad language is normal. Moreover, children who watch too much TV spend less time studying and playing outside.
On the other hand, TV can also bring many benefits to children. Firstly, there are many educational programs on TV that help children learn new things about science, history, and nature. Secondly, watching cartoons can boost children’s imagination and creativity. Children can see new worlds and interesting characters that make them think more creatively. In addition, watching TV is a good way for children to relax after a long day of studying at school.
In my opinion, TV is not completely bad for children. However, parents should control the time and choose the content that their children watch. A balance between studying, playing, and watching TV is the best solution for children’s development.