TOPIC 1 – STUDY & WORK

1. Are you a student or do you work?

-> Currently, I am the first year student at Finance and Maketing University
2. What’s your major at university? Why did you choose this major?
-> My major at university is accounting.Because my dream is to be an accountant oneday and
I’m a fan of numbers
3. Which do you prefer? Study in groups or study alone?
-> I prefer to study with others because I can discuss about the problem and share idea with
each other.
4. What would you like to do in the future?
-> I want to be an accountant .Because this is my dream and I’m a fan of numbers
5. What is your favorite subject?
-> My favorite subject is Math .Because I’m a fan of numbers
6. What do you dislike about your study?
-> As a highschool student,safely say that I dislike school very strongly mainly because the
teachers pile so much work on to us that we hardly get 5 hours of sleep a night during an
average schook week.
7. What do you hope to do after your graduation?
-> I would prefer to work in a multinational company which will offer me a position related
to my academic background and have a positive working environment to learn and explore
new things. I would not worry too much about my designation and salary initially but the
company must have sufficient scope for career enhancement.
8. What are your ambitions for the future?
-> I have to try best to get good results and get a good degree,to do it I’ll try to improve my
English skills and knowledge .
9. Do you hope to gain any qualifications?
-> Yes, I have to try best to get a good degree,to do it I’ll try to improve my English skills
and knowledge .
10. What are the advantages of studying instead of working?
-> Well , there are numerous advantages . These days educational qualification plays an
important role in getting ahead . Besides , you get to learn about people , culture , religion ,
science and many more . And study is the only way to learn about diverse subjects .
11. Where do you prefer to go when you need to study? Why?
-> I prefer to study at a place where is quiet and peaceful, such as home and library. I could
concentrate on learning.
12. How do you feel if someone disturbs you when you are studying?
-> If someone disturbs me when I am studying. I'll feel a bit angry and anxious. But I'll try to
persuade them to leave me alone because I need a quiet place to fucus on my study.
TOPIC 2 – FOOD

1. What kinds of food do you like to eat?

->  I mostly like to eat homemade food that includes rice, fish, bread,
vegetables, curry, sweetmeats, noodles, salads and cheese. Among restaurant
and street food, I love to eat pizza, sandwiches, hamburger, fish, fish taco,
french fries, and of course, different types of ice-creams.
2. Do you like cooking? Why (or not)?
-> Yes, I like to cook and to use fresh vegetables and try to get everything as
organic as possible. I also like to eat no gluten whenever possible, no soy or
dairy. Eating clean is important for my health and overall well-being.
3. Do you prefer home-cooked food or food from restaurants?
-> I prefer home-cooked food because I think it's healthier
4. What kind of healthy food are you eating now?
-> Fish , vegetable , chocolate
5. What is your favorite food?
-> My favorite food is fried chicken
6. Why do people like food that looks good?
7. What foods from your culture might seem strange to other people?
Explain?
-> Obviously, there’s a mixed variety of food in my country. But I guess the
most popular one would probably be pho, since Vietnam is world-famous for it.
It’s tasty, cheap and available at all hours. In some places, it costs you like
20.000dong for a steaming hot bowl of Pho. And also, you might find some
other things like bun cha, bun bo hue, banh xeo, etc,. they are all very delicious.
8. What can we learn about people from the kind of foods they eat?
9. What foods from your culture do people from other parts of the world
enjoy? Why do you think they like those foods?
-> Obviously, there’s a mixed variety of food in my country. But I guess the
most popular one would probably be pho, since Vietnam is world-famous for it.
It’s tasty, cheap and available at all hours. In some places, it costs you like
20.000dong for a steaming hot bowl of Pho. And also, you might find some
other things like bun cha, bun bo hue, banh xeo, etc,. they are all very delicious.

TOPIC 3 – ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION

1. Do you like listening to music? And what types of music do you like to
listen to?
 -> Yes , I like listening to music . Because Listening to music is an excellent
way to unwind after a long working day.I’m not completely into any type of
music specifically, I listen to the music that fit my mood. If I’m happy, I
will listen to pop or hip hop. When I work out, I will blast EDM or songs
with fast tempo. And if I’m sad, I will just listen on repeat to jazz.
2. Would you like to play a musical instrument? Why or why not?
-> Yes, I would like to play a musical instrument. Because I think it's a great
skill and it's really enjoyable to be able to play a musical instrument.
3. Do you like watching movies? What kinds of movies do you like to
watch?
-> Definitely, I’m a movie freak. Watching movies is an excellent way
to unwind. 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.
4. Which do you prefer? Watching movies at home or watching movies at
the cinema?
-> I prefer watching movie at the cinema . Because, there, you get to see the
movie on a big screen with a better sound system which will make the movie
more impressive
TOPIC 4 – HOUSE & HOME

1. Where do you live and what kind of place is it?

-> Well, I’m now living in Vung Tau city and I have lived here for almost 18
years now. I’m quite happy to be here, I have to say,
because this vibrant city is really on the move with higher living standard and a
lot of, you know,entertainment attractions.
2. Is that a good place to live or do you want to move to another place?
-> To be honest, it's a great place for all of us, so I don't think about a move.
You know, we have a nice house, good environment, security place and very
friendly neighbours.
3. What would your house in the future be like?
-> My future house will be a villa. It will be by the sea because I like a quiet
place and sea views. It will surrounded by blue sea and tall trees.
4. Do you prefer living in the house or living in the flat? And why?
 -> To me, living in a house would be much better, because, you know, I need
my own space, so that I can concentrate on my work. Besides, I can change the
size and design of the house in anyway I like. I can't do that if I live in a flat

TOPIC 5 – TECHNOLOGY
1. Can you live without computers or the Internet?
-> I can not . because computers or the internet have become a familiar
part of life. Without them, life would be difficult and boring
2. What kind(s) of “smart” devices are you using these days? How
are you using them?
- A Smart Sleep Monitor Will Help You Get a Great Night’s Sleep.
This means you can use it to test out new sleep routines and find out
what works best for you.
- Improve Your Health With an Air Quality Monitor : A smart air
monitor will let you know when there is a change in air quality in
your home. It will tell you about volatile organic compounds in the
air and how humid each room is.
3. Do you think it is a good idea for young children to use
smartphones and computers?
-> I disagree. Because using a lot of phones and computers will make
children addicted, greatly affecting the health and development of
children.
4. How do you feel about Artificial Intelligence? Does it make you
worried or optimistic? Explain.
-> As with most changes in life, there will be positive and negative
impacts on society as artificial intelligence continues to transform the
world we live in. . As an optimist at heart, I believe the changes will
mostly be good but could be challenging for some.
TOPIC 6 – HEALTH

1. What habits do you think can help you live a long, healthy life?
-> Eat plenty of healthy plant foods,Stay physically active,Drink coffee or tea,Take
breaks at work,Be consistent

2. What are some ways that people can prevent health problems such as
heart disease and cancer?
-> Control your blood pressure, Stay at a healthy weight, Eat a healthy diet, Get
regular exercise.
3. What should people do if they want to keep fit and stay healthy?
-> Eat a moderate amount of fatty food and sugar, Eat some body building
foods, like meat and diary products , Eat plenty of cereals, fruit and vegetables
4. What activities can you use to exercise your brain?
- Walking. Hands down, the most recommended brain exercise is physical
activity.
- Listening. Here's an easy way to train your memory—listen more, with your
ears and your mind.
- Building Speed
- Reading and Writing
- Healthy Eating.
- Learning New Things.
- Socializing.

TOPIC 7 – TRAVEL & HOLIDAYS

1. Do you enjoy travelling? Why/Why not?

-> Yes, I do enjoy travelling a lot because it allows me to learn about different
places, different people, different cultures and different kinds of lifestyles.
2. When / where do you prefer to take your holidays? Why?
->  I prefer to take my vacation in winter because it is the coolest time of the
year in my country, which makes it perfect for spending time outside, doing
sightseeing and visiting places.
3. What form of transport do you prefer to use when travelling? Why?
-> Well, I like motorbikes and it is also my main means of transportation.
Because a motorbike is easy to ride, convenient and it just gives me a sense of
freedom.
4. Do you prefer to travel or stay at home during holiday periods? Why?
-> I would refer to travel .Because I love to visit new places and enjoy
breathtaking views.

TOPIC 8 – SHOPPING
1. What are your favorite kinds of clothes?
-> I like wearing dress or skirt very much .Because it is
very comfortable and fashionable
2. Do you like shopping? Why/Why not?
->  I really enjoy shopping because looking clothes,
shoes, accessories which are sold at stores, help me
relaxing after work-time hard. And, at the weekend I
usually go out with my best friend. So interesting !
3. Where is your favorite place to shop?
-> It is a clothes shop near my house.Because the prices
are cheap and the quality of the clothes is good.
4. Do you like online shopping?
-> Yes, I’m a fan. For somebody that doesn’t know
how to drive like me, online shopping is wonderful.
It’s so convenient because I can lie on my bed and
shop with my phone.
TOPIC 9 – SPORTS
1. What types of sports do you like? And why?
-> I like yoga. It helps me to focus, to relax. It improves my
posture, my strength and flexibility.
2. Why do people play sports?
 -> I think it help release stress, lose weight or improve their
general health, to make friends
3. What is the most popular sport in your country? Why?
-> In my country, football is the most common sport activity .
People prefer football than any kinds of sports because of the
animating atmosphere it brings back.
4. Who is your favorite sports star? Why?
-> My favourite sport player is Quang Hai. He is a football
player in Vietnam team. Quang Hai is a small person but he
play football very well and brings many achievements to
Vietnam. I really admire Quang Hai.
TOPIC 10 – LEISURE & HOBBIES
1. Do you have any hobbies or interests? [What are they?]
-> Yes, I have various hobbies like riding bicycles, fishing in the lake
and playing badminton with my friends. I also like to watch movies at
the theatres with my friends whenever I get a chance
2. What do you do in your free time?
-> In my free time, I often go to the beach with my friends and take
beautiful pictures to post on facebook
3. How do you usually spend your holidays?
-> It depends on what kind of holiday it is. If it’s Christmas vacation,
I prefer to hang out with my friends here and there and have a chit-
chat. If it’s New Year holiday, I just want to celebrate the holiday
with my family
4. What do you often do on rainy or sunny days?
-> On a sunny day, I like to wake up early and take a walk around my
neighborhood to enjoy the warmth of the sunshine.
TOPIC 11: GOOD TIMES, GOOD FEELINGS
1. What are some companies or products that are easy to recognize?
-> Starbucks,Coca Cola,Apple
2. Do you think marriage is still important as ever?
-> I think marriage is one of the most important stages that everyone has to go through in life. It’s kinda a
lifetime of your commitment to a particular person.
3. What do you think is the ideal time to get married?

-> I think I should only get married when I see maturity and financial mastery. I mean I have to be aware of the
problems after marriage and know how to deal with them. And I have no financial difficulty that I can at least pay
for my daily expenses.
4. Is it important to keep in contact with our friends when we’re in a relationship?
-> Yes. Otherwise you end up alone when you’re not with your other half. It also strengthens your relationship
when you have other things going on.
5. How important is it to keep a family together?

-> I think Families set the stage for future relationships. During challenging times, people need a family they can
rely on. Families can be an essential source of affection and encouragement
6. What relationships do younger and older people have in your culture?
7. Do you think it is important to spend time with family?
-> Family time is an essential factor that helps to create strong bonds, love, connections, and relationship among
the family members. Spending quality time with family does help in coping with challenges, instill a feeling of
security, inculcate family values, fill kids with confidence, and much more.

8. When do you get together with other members of your family?

9. Are your friends today mostly the people you work or study with?
-> We study together
10. How well do you remember the friends you had in elementary school?
11. When you meet your friends, what do you like to do?

-> I like to take pictures to keep beautiful moments

12. Are you a social person? What are some social activities that you have done?
-> I am not a very social person.However,I have a good social circle of friends.I like to meet them at least once
in two-three months.
13. Why are trees good for the environment?
-> Trees provide oxygen and limit carbon in the atmosphere. They reduce air pollution, provide food and shelter
for wildlife, minimise erosion
14. How do you relax on weekends?

-> Sleep , Practice a Musical Instrument, Cooking anf family Time

15. Is it always a good thing to laugh? Are there times when it is not good to laugh? Explain?
16. What are some disadvantages of spending money on parks?
TOPIC 12: WEATHER

1. What is your favorite type of weather?

-> My favorite weather is sunny because I get to play outside. There is no rain.
We get to play games. We get to have a picnic
2. Can you name some strange weather that you know?

-> multicolored snow,thunder snow,Sun storm, twin tornado

3. What are some of the natural disasters that you have known?
->Tornadoes and Severe Storms, Hurricanes and Tropical Storms, Floods,
Wildfires.
4. How was the weather yesterday?
-> Yesterday , the weather was beautiful so I could swimming
5. Name 3 essential things that you will bring with you in a vacation
-> Food, MoneY, Medications