Đề 17 — Hobbies + Internet
Nguồn: Đề thi thật VSTEP B1 (12/2019 – 12/2020)
Speaking Part 1: Interview
Phần tiêu đề “Speaking Part 1: Interview”Topic — Hobbies
Phần tiêu đề “Topic — Hobbies”1. Do you have any hobbies?
Yes, my hobby is listening to music. I do it every day, especially after studying. I think music helps me relax and feel happy. I enjoy many kinds of music, but I like pop music the most.
2. What hobbies are popular in your country?
In Vietnam, the most popular hobbies are playing football among boys and shopping among girls. Moreover, many young people enjoy watching movies and playing online games in their free time. Old people usually like gardening or doing exercise in the park.
3. Is it important to have a hobby?
Yes, I think it is very important. Having a hobby helps us reduce stress and feel better after a long day of work or study. Besides, hobbies help us make new friends who share the same interests. A good hobby also keeps our mind healthy and active.
4. What hobbies would you like to try?
In the future, I would like to try painting because I think it is very creative and relaxing. I see many people share beautiful paintings on social media, and I want to learn how to do that. I believe painting can help me express my feelings in a new way.
Speaking Part 2: Discussion
Phần tiêu đề “Speaking Part 2: Discussion”You want to go out with your friends on Sunday evening. Which activity do you prefer: seeing a movie, going shopping, or singing karaoke?
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”I would choose singing karaoke. I think it is the best activity for a Sunday evening with friends.
The first reason is that singing karaoke is very fun and exciting. Everyone can sing together, laugh, and have a great time. It is a wonderful way to create happy memories with friends.
The second reason is that everyone can participate regardless of their singing ability. You do not need to sing well to enjoy karaoke. Even if we sing badly, we still have a lot of fun. It is a great way to strengthen our friendship.
I would not choose seeing a movie because we have to sit quietly in the cinema for two hours. We cannot talk or interact with each other, so it is not a good way to enjoy time with friends. As for going shopping, it can be expensive and not everyone enjoys buying things. Some friends might feel bored.
In short, singing karaoke is the best choice because it is fun, everyone can join, and it brings us closer together.
Speaking Part 3: Topic Development (nói 2 phút)
Phần tiêu đề “Speaking Part 3: Topic Development (nói 2 phút)”Benefits of the Internet.
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”Today, I would like to talk about the benefits of the Internet. I think the Internet is very important in our modern life, and it brings many advantages.
Firstly, the Internet is a huge source of information. We can search for anything we need in just a few seconds using Google. For example, students can find study materials, read news, and learn new things online. Thanks to the Internet, learning has become much easier and faster.
Secondly, the Internet helps us communicate with people easily. We can keep in touch with our friends and family who live far away through apps like Zalo and Facebook. We can also make free video calls, which saves a lot of money compared to phone calls.
Thirdly, the Internet provides many forms of entertainment. We can watch movies, listen to music, and play games online. After a long day of work or study, these activities help us relax and reduce stress.
In conclusion, the Internet is very useful for finding information, communicating with others, and entertaining ourselves. However, we should use it wisely and not spend too much time online.
Writing Task 1: Informal Letter
Phần tiêu đề “Writing Task 1: Informal Letter”Write a letter to your friend about one of the most important festivals in Vietnam. Include: when it takes place, who participates, what activities there are, and the importance to Vietnamese people.
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”Dear Tom,
Thanks for your letter! You asked me about an important festival in Vietnam, so let me tell you about Tet — our Lunar New Year. It is the biggest and most important festival in my country.
Tet usually takes place in late January or early February, depending on the lunar calendar. We have about a week off from work and school, so everyone is very excited.
Everyone in Vietnam celebrates Tet. People who work far from home travel back to their hometown to be with their families. It is a time for the whole family to get together.
During Tet, there are many fun activities. We clean and decorate our houses with flowers before the holiday. My mother cooks traditional food like banh chung, which is a sticky rice cake. Children receive lucky money in red envelopes from adults. We also visit our relatives and wish each other good health and happiness.
Tet is very important because it is a time for family reunion. It reminds us to appreciate our family and start a new year with hope and joy.
I hope you can visit Vietnam during Tet someday! Write back soon!
Best wishes, Linh
Writing Task 2: Essay — Benefits and Drawbacks
Phần tiêu đề “Writing Task 2: Essay — Benefits and Drawbacks”What are the benefits and drawbacks of social media for young people?
Bài mẫu:
Phần tiêu đề “Bài mẫu:”Nowadays, social media has become very popular among young people. Almost every student in Vietnam uses Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. While social media offers many benefits, it also has some drawbacks. In this essay, I will discuss both sides of this issue.
On the one hand, social media brings several benefits to young people. Firstly, it helps them connect with friends easily. They can send messages, share photos, and make video calls for free. Secondly, young people can learn new things by following educational pages and watching useful videos. Moreover, social media allows them to express their ideas and creativity, which is good for their personal development.
On the other hand, social media also has some drawbacks. First, many young people waste a lot of time scrolling through their phones instead of studying. This can affect their grades at school. Second, cyberbullying is a serious problem. Some young people are bullied online, which seriously affects their mental health. Furthermore, fake news spreads quickly on social media, and young people may believe incorrect information.
In conclusion, social media has both positive and negative sides for young people. I think young people should use it wisely and limit their screen time so that they can enjoy its benefits without being harmed by its drawbacks.