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IELTS Speaking Part 1 Sample – chủ đề Memory

2.1 Why do some people have good memories while others just don’t?

It may sound funny but I think some people are born absent-minded while others
have excellent memories. This is because memory skills are somewhat of a talent
or related to each person’s genes. However, I believe people can remember things
more easily and longer if they boost their memory each day by studying and
practicing some brain exercises.

Absent-minded (a): Đãng trí

To have excellent memory: Có trí nhớ tốt

Boost one’s memory: Cải thiện trí nhớ

Brain exercise: Bài tập luyện tập cho não bộ

2.2 Why do more people rely on cell phones to memorize things?

I think this is because they don’t have good memories so it’s always more
convenient if there’s a smart device that can help remind them of what they need to
do other than trying to memorize things themself. For example, there are many
reminder apps on the phone that you can set time and an alarm will go off. What a
life-saver!

Go off: Đổ chuông (báo thức)

Life-saver (n): Vật cứu cánh/Thứ cứu rỗi cuộc đời

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Memory IELTS Speaking Part 1

2.3 Are you good at memorizing things?

I gotta say I have a terrible memory. I’m quite forgetful and tend to be reliant on
other people or reminder apps and other reminding tips to help me remember
things. But what’s funny is although I have sticky notes everywhere in the house, I
still forget my car key several times when I go out.

To have a terrible memory: Có một trí nhớ tệ/kém

Forgetful (a): hay quên

Reliant on (a): phụ thuộc vào cái gì đó/ai đó

Sticky note: giấy nhớ

2.4 Have you ever forgotten something that was important?

Yes, I have. About 2 or 3 months ago, I was halfway to the test center when I
realized I didn’t bring along my identification card. I’m sure every IELTS test
taker knows how crucial it is for them to confirm their identity to the examiner if
they want to sit for the test. As soon as I realized I left my ID card at home, I was
luckily able to get back home to grab it and return to the test center on time and my
examination went on very smoothly.

Crucial (a): Quan trọng

Sit for the test: Thực hiện bài thi