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TOPIC 6: ENTERTAINMENT
Chủ điểm này thường khá phổ biến trong phần Speaking Part 1. Các câu hỏi thuộc chủ điểm
này thường xoay quanh việc hỏi bộ phim/bài hát/người nổi tiếng yêu thích của bạn là gì hoặc
là ai, tại sao bạn thích hay ngưỡng mộ họ và hỏi sâu hơn về những đối tượng này.
TỪ VỰNG CẦN GHI NHỚ
Chúng ta cùng xem Sample Answers dưới đây về một số câu hỏi thuộc chủ điểm
Entertainment và rút ra những từ vựng cần nhớ.

1. Who is your favorite celebrity in your country?

Honestly, I have actually never cared about the Vietnam's showbiz. But there is one
particular guy that I'm quite fond of, who is JVevermind, a very well-known vlogger in my
country. His videos are extremely funny and inspiring, and last year he made it to the top 30
of Young Asian Entrepreneurs by Forbes.

2. Do you like any foreign celebrities?

Of course. I would say most of my idols are from other countries, as I have no interest in
Vietnam's showbiz. My favorite foreign celebrity is Taylor Swift, a global superstar, who is
often known as "The Princess of country music".

3. Would you like to be celebrity? Why?

Probably no. Despite the fact that I can make a fortune, life of a public figure has never
been easy. In fact, there have been a lot of famous people involved in drug abuse or even
suicide because of the extremely stressful life.

4. Do you think we should protect famous people’s privacy?

I only agree with this to an extent. Of course the private life of celebrities should be protected
because it is a human right. On the other hand, some misbehaviors or even crimes committed
by celebrated individuals should be brought into light. For example, the case of a
Hollywood director sexually abused his female co-workers, must be exposed.

5. How do celebrities influence their fans in your country?

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I'm not quite sure about this. I suppose they can influence their fans through social media. By
uploading personal photos and videos online, celebrities can attract millions of followers.
Good deeds such as charity work can spread a positive message to our community.

Vocabulary Phonetic Meaning

showbiz /ˈʃəʊbɪz/ giới giải trí

fond of /fɒnd ɒv/ thích cái gì

global superstar /ˈɡləʊb(ə)l suːpəstɑː/ siêu sao toàn cầu

make a fortune /meɪk ə ˈfɔːtʃuːn/ kiếm nhiều tiền

public figure /ˈpʌblɪk fɪɡə/ người của công chúng

bring into light /brɪŋ ɪntʊ lʌɪt/ đưa ra ánh sáng

spread a positive message /sprɛd ə pɒzɪtɪv truyền bá thông điệp tích cực
mɛsɪdʒ/

6. Do you like music?

I can't think of any reason for not loving music, actually. Music is the only thing can pump
me up whenever I feel down the dumps. It is also a vehicle for expressing personal
emotions to yourself.

7. What’s your favorite type of music?

I have a soft spot for country music, you know. I enjoy the soothing tunes and the romantic
lyrics of this genres. I'm also keen on EDM, which stands for Electronic Dance Music.

8. Do you think it’s important for children to learn to play a musical instrument?
In my view, knowing how to master a musical instrument is a good way for a child to
develop comprehensively his or her intellectual ability. However, they should only be
encouraged, rather than forced to learn this.

9. What kind of TV programmes do you like to watch?

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I would say the singing and dancing contests always attract my attention. I mean, the
contestants are incredibly talented and the crowds are amazing. For example, Dancing With
The Stars is all the rage in Vietnam at the moment.

10. What are the most popular TV shows in your country?

I don't really know. I guess dramas and reality shows are dominating the screen. Korean
dramas have always been popular to young girls, and reality shows such as Vietnam's Next
Top Model have very high viewership.

11. Has the internet affected your viewing habits?

Absolutely, I watch most TV shows on the internet now, rather than a normal TV. There are
so many streaming services like Netflix offering on-demand TV. I also like to binge watch
a series of TV shows, just watch a whole series in a day or two rather than waiting for the
next episode.

Vocabulary Phonetic Meaning

pump up /pʌmp ʌp/ làm (ai đó) vui lên

down the dumps /daʊn ðə dʌm(p)s/ buồn chán

vehicle /ˈviːɪk(ə)l/ phương tiện

have a soft spot for /hav ə sɒft spɒt fɔː/ thích cái gì

soothing tune /ˈsuːðɪŋ tjuːn/ giai điệu nhẹ nhàng

lyrics /ˈlɪrɪk/ lời bài hát

master /ˈmɑːstə/ thành thạo

all the rage /ɔːl ðə reɪdʒ rất nổi

dominate the screen /ˈdɒmɪneɪt ðə skriːn/ thống trị màn ảnh

viewership /ˈvjuːəʃɪp/ lượng khán giả

streaming service /ˈstriːmɪŋ ˈsəːvɪs/ dịch vụ xem phim trực tuyến

binge watch /bɪn(d)ʒ wɒtʃ/ cày phim

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BÀI TẬP
Hoàn thiện các câu trả lời sau, bằng cách sử dụng các (cụm) từ đã rút ra ở trên.
1. Do you prefer foreign films or Vietnamese films?
I enjoy both of them as long as they .................................... meaningful messages to the
viewers. But if I have to choose between those two, I will probably go with foreign films,
especially Hollywood films because most of them are well-acted, with lots of celebrities and
good visual effects.
A. dominate C. soothe
B. spread D. binge watch
2. How often do you go to a cinema to watch a movie?
Not very often actually. I used to go there at least once a month but now I have lots of things
to worry about so I rather focus on my work and just choose a movie to watch at home. It is
still a satisfying experience, thanks to the emergence of many ........................... like Netflix.
A. musical instruments C. streaming services
B. soothing tunes D. viewership
3. What kinds of movies do you like best?
As for me, I like sci-fi movies the best because they usually have fascinating story lines and a
lot of thrilling action scenes. In fact, superheroes movies like Avengers Endgame are
...................................right now.
A. soothing C. pumping
B. down the dumps D. all the rage
4. Do you like watch films?
Absolutely! They are an excellent way to unwind when I’m ....................................
Moreover, my friends are really into films, so it’s a fun, relaxing way to spend time together.
Afterwards, we discuss and debate the film that we have just watched. Apart from just
relaxing and enjoying the film, I like to delve deeper to discover the subliminal messages.
A. all the rage C. down the dumps
B. speading the message D. pumped up
5. What kinds of movies do you like best?
Well, I would say I’m still a kid at heart, so I really enjoy watching kids’ movies. Although
they seem simple and innocent, there are often many life lessons packed into these films.

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Moreover, I’m really into drama and historical movies. When I watch these, I feel that I can
deeply understand human emotions and re-live historical moments, like the Vietnam-America
War or World War II. Meaningful movies like these are truly the ...................... for gaining
more valuable knowledge.
A. viewership C. screen domination
B. vehicle D. speading
6. How often do you watch films?
Well, I am quite a busy bee, but I manage to see about one or two films a week at home.
After a long day of studying, I love snuggling up on the sofa and watching a film to ........... I
tend to do this on Friday and Sunday evenings with my friends.
A. spread C. soothe
B. unwind D. pump up
7. How much time do you spend listening to music every day?
As I’ve mentioned I prefer working in silence. To put it simply, no music is allowed during
my working hours. After a long day at school, I probably want to ............ for like half an
hour with music to help me stay energetic so I can get back to work later.
A. pump myself up C. all the rage
B. soothe D. spread a message
8. What kinds of music do you like to listen to?
My music taste varies widely from West to East and from the 90s to modern EDM. But if
Korean pop is considered as a kind of music, then yeah, that’s my favorite of all time. More
than half of my playlists are Korean songs and I always keep myself updated with the news
related to Korean.......................................
A. message C. lyrics
B. vehicle D. showbiz
9. Do you like to listen to live music?
Unless it’s live at a coffee shop, where literally there are only you and music, then yeah I
would love to. It would then be a ................................... night out for me. But I would change
my mind if it’s a concert. The crowd is too crazy. It’s completely a mess that most of the time
I end up having serious dizzy and headaches.
A. pumping C. dominating
B. lyrical D. down the dumps

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10. When did you start listening to this type of music?
Since the day a friend of mine introduced her favorite group to me. She couldn’t help herself
talking on and on about them that I thought I somehow needed to catch up with her. And the
more I know about Korean pop, the more ........................... about it I’ve become.
A. dominating C. dull
B. passionate D. introverted
11. Have you ever learned to play a musical instrument?
I learned to play the organ when I was in kindergarten. It was quite funny because I started
out as one of the performers, then my teacher told my mom that I had better play the organ
instead of performing, so I became her trainee and it continued for around 4 to 5 years until I
was 10. I was close to ......................... the instrument, but I decided to set music aside to
focus on my study.
A. enhance C. master
B. develop a passion for D. binge watch
12. Did you watch a lot of TV as a child?
Yes, for sure. You could not imagine how many hours my eyes glued to the TV screen back
then. As an animal lover, I spent countless hours watching the Discovery channel. The
Disney channel with shows such as The Suite life of Jack and Cody or Hannah Montana were
also fundamental in the beginning of my journey to begin learning English. Others such as
several ....................... reality shows were also on the top of my list.
A. passionate C. screen-dominating
B. binge watching D. lyrical
13. What is your favourite TV programmes?
Well, I have a particular liking for reality shows, especially MasterChef, which has extremely
high ......................... I think what makes them special is that they are highly entertaining and
full of unpredictable features. Also, I’m an avid watcher of Netflix through which I can enjoy
all latest box office films.
A. domination C. tunes
B. viewership D. fortune
14. Are there any programmes you do not like to watch?
Actually, there’s a bunch of TV programmes I don’t enjoy. I think the majority of shows are
mediocre and a waste of time. Some historical documentaries and game shows such as Wheel

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of fortune or Vietnam war documentaries sound .............................. and tiresome to me so
they never spark my interest.
A. soothing C. pumped up
B. monotonous D. lyrical
15. Who is your favorite celebrity in your country?
I guess not only me, a number of young people have been highly impressed by her -
Deshauna Barber. She is Miss USA 2016 and the representative of the USA in Miss Universe
taking place in Las Vegas in the same year. After the beauty contests, she became famous for
her outstanding beauty, her amazing characteristics and also her professionalism. That image
of hers definitely …………………….. to young people.
A. lends a helping hand C. spreads a positive message
B. soothes D. is a vehicle
16. Do you like any foreign celebrities?
Absolutely. The person that I have ...................................... is Miley Cyrus. I guess most
people at the same age as me grew up with Disney Channel and among its successful series,
Hannah Montanah starring Miley Cyrus would always be on top of my list. Although now
she’s grown up, I’m still a big fan of her amazing voice and highly inspiring songs.
A. had a soft spot for C. drifted apart
B. kept in touch D. brought into light
17. Would you like to become a widely-known celebrity? Why?
Well though I’ve never thought about it, I’m pretty sure that rising to stardom would never be
one of my life goals. I appreciate all the efforts that celebrities, no matter which field they’re
working on, are making every single day. However, I find myself not belong to that world, I
mean, you never know what’s going on when the curtains close, right? So yeah, I don’t think
I want to become a ........................................., to be honest.
A. fortune C. global superstar
B. domination D. positive message
18. Do you think we should protect famous people’s privacy?
Indeed. As you probably can tell, these days fans, anti-fans and even non-fans are so curious
about what ............................ are doing. Some are so aggressive that they often leave hate
comments online. Some even approach them in person on the street, especially the so-called

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paparazzis. Thus I strongly agree that there should be some regulations to protect the
celebrities’ privacy.
A. positive messages C. domination
B. public figures D. viewers
19. What kind of entertainment do you prefer, TV or radio?
I have to level with you, neither. I mean, I’m always up to my ears at work, and I just get
exhausted by the time I get home. I can’t really have time to chill out in front of a TV or
listening to radio, so my best choice is always the famous ……………………. – Netflix,
which allows me to watch films whenever I please.
A. screen domination C. streaming service
B. lyrics D. cable TV
20. What programs do you like to watch or listen to?
There is one particular series that I’m fond of, which is the famous Vietnamese “Ve Nha Di
Con” on VTV3. It airs every night since September and has gain enormous viewership.
Because of its meaningful and emotional lessons about family relationships, it does not come
to my surprise that the show is ......................
A. service streaming
B. developing a passion
C. soothing
D. dominating the screen

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LUYỆN TẬP
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hỏi sau:
1. How are radio programs and television programs different?
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2. Who is your favorite celebrity in your country?
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3. Do you like listening to the music on a regular basis?
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4. Have you ever been interested in singing?
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5. Do you think music has an effect on people’s lives?
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Đáp án
1. D
2. C
3. D
4. C
5. B
6. B
7. A
8. D
9. B
10. B
11. C
12. C
13. B
14. B
15. C
16. A
17. C
18. B
19. C
20. D

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