TOPIC 1: HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

My: Not bad. Nowadays, the number of people infected with COVID is increasing day by
day. The government advises people to stay at home. I also think staying at home, we also
need to have a healthy lifestyle to build resistance and improve health to protect ourselves. Do
you have something in common with me?
Mẫn: I agree with you too. I've also found some healthy ways of living. Get up early in the
morning to exercise or play sports. Sleeping about 7 hours a day, we should sleep from 10:00
p.m., should not stay up too late because it is not good for health and wake up at 5 a.m.
Limiting too much sleep will make the body tired the next day, drinking enough water every
day will make us more mentally comfortable.
My: I think your opinion is great. When we wake up from a scientific sleep, we have a good
day. However, I have a modest recommendation for you: practice the habit of eating a lot of
fruit, avoiding sugary drinks and fast food. Chewing thoroughly when eating will help to
digest better. It will reduce uncontrolled weight gain, diabetes and blood pressure. In terms of
sports, in addition to exercising alone, you can invite the whole family to play sports like bad
luck to promote health. Badmiton is not as complicated as football; All you need is two
players, a small enough space, two rackters and a ball. You can play in the front yard or near
home without having to go far. What tips do you have for your meals to become scientific?
Mẫn: Of cous. According to scientists, breakfast is the main and most important meal of the
day, so eat it fully in the morning. You can use lightly such as bread, pho. Lunch should add
fish and vegetables. Dinner should only be well-fed and on time. In addition, after a meal you
should drink a smoothie every day, it is very healthy.
My: Thank you for your advice; it is extremely valuable to me. Hopefully, we can meet up
face to face soon
Mẫn: Hope to se you soon too.
TOPIC 2: FAVOURITE SPORTS

My: I’m so good. I think it's time we have to change our sedentary lifestyle. Do you think
about playing some sports to improve your health?

Mẫn: Yes of course. I’m going to do something, but I don’t know what exactly it is. Do you
have any ideas?

My: Well, I think we should talk about our favorite sport. What is your favorite sport?
Mẫn: My favorite sport is badminton. I like that badminton because it's easier to play
compared to other sports. It's not as complicated as football; It only needs two players; a small
campus, and some equipment such as a pair of rackets, a badminton ball and a net. Badminton
gives me a comfortable feeling after hard days of studying. It is my companion since
childhood, I can invite my relatives to play with me very easily.

My: Sounds great. I like to run. But it's really simple and boring if I just run, I will decide to
join a football club with my friends. From that moment, football has become my favorite
sport. As you know, football is a popular sport in our country, so I can easily share my
interests with many people and from there start a conversation and match with you etc. To
play this subject, it is necessary to have two teams, each team of 11 players will put the ball
into the goal, the team that puts the ball into the opponent's wall more will win.

Mẫn: Wow, that sound great. I’ve got some work to do. I’ll see you later.

My: Bye. Have a good day.

TOPIC 3: YOUR INTERESTS/HOBBIES

My: I’m so good. Do you have any hobbies, Mẫn?
Mẫn: My hobby is reading novels, novels are quite popular among school-age people and
people who are always looking for romance. I remember starting this hobby when I was in
10th grade, and I was impressed with Harry Potter. The story is about a boy of witches who
goes on a journey to destroy the dark forces. The story gives me a rich imagination and a lot
of great ideas. From there I began to love this hobby. What is one of your hobbies?
My: Your hobby sounds great. I like watching cartoons because it's associated with my
childhood. Doremon is my favorite animation, about a robot from the future, going back to
the past to help the clumsy boy Nobita. The film has a lot of episodes with tears and laughter
and draws many meaningful things to life. And I love this hobby.
Mẫn: It looks like we have similar internet- related hobbies. In my opinion, when I read some
books, I often install myself in character, feeling what they pass by my imagimation. That
makes me feel so excited. That’s why I started having that hobby. How about you?
My: I like watching cartoon because from cartoon I can learn many lessons and look at life’s
problems from man different perspectives. I think you should also try to watch some movies,
maybe you will find watching movies an interesting hobby?
Mẫn: I uste to try that but I don’t think it fits me. I’ve got some work to do. I’ll see you later.
My: Bye. Have a good day.
TOPIC 4: YOUR FAVOURITE MEANS OF TRANSPORT
My: Not bad. I’m exhausted from the traffic jams. You look so great. You don’t feel
exhausted from the traffic jams, do you?
Mẫn: No, I don’t. I ride a bike, so even if I get stuck in traffic, it’s okay.
My: Well, that's lucky. I'm sick of having to wait a long time in heavy traffic. Nowadays,
besides the cost of fuel, the amount of carbon dioxide in the air is increasing day by day. I
want to ride a bike but my work is quite far away, and I woke up early to avoid traffic but
still. I used to intend to move closer to work but could not afford it.
Mẫn: I agree with you. I find riding a motorbike quite convenient, the weight is not too heavy
and the cost of buying a car is also much cheaper than a car. You can use it to go to work,
travel will save a lot of money. In addition, you can use electric vehicles, saving costs and
being safe for the environment.
My: After talking with you, I believe a strong electric car is the best choice. I will use it for a
walk in the afternoons. By the way, I'm also curious to know what means of transport you use
during your long trip?
Mẫn: Oh, for me, I'd prefer a car if I'm going on a long trip. Because when traveling, you will
have to carry a lot of items and only a car can hold it all. How about you, My?
My: I always ride a motorbike when I go to the location near Da Lat, Da Nang, Ninh Hoa
because it is convenient to travel and see the beautiful scenery. However, during a long trip,
my priority is always flights.
Mẫn: That sounds great. I’ve got some work to do. I’ll see you later.
My: Bye. Have a good day.
TOPIC 5/6: YOUR MOST MEMORABLE JOURNEY/ A STORY IN THE PAST
My: Not bad. Summer is coming and it reminds me of the best memories. That journey was a
short trip in Da Lat without my parents when I was 16 years old.
Mẫn: Wow, that sounds great. You made me feel curious about that journey. Could you tell
me more about that journey?/ Could you tell me more about that your story ?
My: Naturally. Before I joined that journey, my parents gave me some money and I used it to
take care of myself throughout the journey. I rented a hostel with a group of friends, rented a
car to eat a lot of delicious food in this city. Go to places such as Bao Dai palace, Da lat
square, Dalat night market, to take pictures of virtual life. It's fun. Do you have the most
memorable journey you want to share with me?/ Do you have a story you want to share
with me?
Mẫn: Oh, that sounds great. I'm just like you. You remind me of a story about the first
journey to Hue also with my parent. It can be said that the first trip to Hue brought me many
interesting feelings about Hue and it was the most memorable journey I have ever had.
My: How interesting. Can you tell me about that trip more clearly?
Mẫn: Yes, I can. I remember that I went with my family. We had a 3 days2 night trip so I got
to visit a lot of places. Early in the morning my family went by train to Hue and it took about
11 hours. We rented hotels and hired locals as guides. They led my family to visit many
places such as Thien Mu Pagoda, Khai Dinh Tomb, Perfume River Bridge. This trip gives me
a romantic feeling
My: I have something in mind. Do you want to travel to DaLat with me this summer?
Mẫn: That’s a great idea to hear. I think it would be great if we could travel together
My: Ok, see you on that trip!
TOPIC 7: E-RUBBISH
Mẫn: Hi My, how’s it going?
My: I’m OK. How about you, Mẫn?
Mẫn: I’m good. I'm joining a volunteer team about E-Rubbish and my team is looking for
new members. Would you like to take part with me ?
My: That's a good idea, What do I need to do when I join the volunteer team, Mẫn?
Mẫn: oh. Wait a minute. Do you have any knowledge about E-Rubbish?
My: Yes, I know it. E-rubbish is short for electronic waste. Some examples of E-rubbish such
as televisions, radios, laptops, computers,...
Mẫn: That’s right! E-waste has a very serious impact on human life. E-waste releases toxic
chemicals, causing air pollution. Increase the chance of disease and affect reproduction and
many other harmful effects.
My: This will definitely be a meaningful volunteering activity. I know a little about
electronics. I usually recycle e-waste and give it to my friends. This has brought many
benefits. Recycling e-waste helps protect the environment and reduces e-waste which is good
for human health
Mẫn: Wow. That was amazing. Do you want to join our team right now ?
My: Of course. I'm so excited.
Mẫn: OK. Let’s go.

TOPIC 8: HOW GREEN ARE YOU ?

Mẫn: Hi My, how’s it going?
My: I’m OK. How about you, Mẫn?
Mẫn: I’m good. I'm joining a volunteer environmental protection group and my group is
looking for new members. Would you like to join me?
My: Good idea, Man. What to do when joining the volunteer team?
Mẫn: Oh. Wait for minute. What do you think about today's environmental pollution
problem?
My: In my opinion, environmental pollution is always a hot topic. The cause of
environmental pollution is garbage, using a lot of plastic bags, so that it can be decomposed to
take years or even thousands of years. So we protect the environment from small to large.
Mẫn: How do you do that?
My: We cut emissions from vehicles, use bicycles, walk instead of cars or motorbikes. Try to
avoid using plastic. Go on multiple tree planting trips to plant as many trees as you can.
Sage
Mẫn: Oh, I have the same thoughts as you. And that's also why I joined this volunteer team.
And I also propagated about limiting the use of plastic bags and instead people should use
paper bags or reusable bags available in the house. Renovate and plant trees in school grounds
and neighborhoods. When participating in this activity, I am sure you will find that it will help
you a lot.
My: That's right. It can be seen that protecting the environment today is really important.
Thank you for the invitation to participate in this activity.
Mẫn: It's my pleasure. Hope you will join me in environmental protection activities in the
near future. See you on the day of joining the volunteer team
My: bye. See you again!
TOPIC 9: YOUR LIFE EVENT
My: Hi Mẫn. How’s it going?
Mẫn: I’m good. How about you, My?
My: I’m fine. Did you tell me about an event in your life?
Mẫn: Well, when it comes to important events, everyone probably thinks it's the final exam.
It's an event in the lives of students like us
My: I'm a little curious about your life events. Can you tell me about that more clearly?
Mẫn: The period of exam review is a series of days of staying up late and getting up early,
everyone is busy with thick outlines. And when I passed the exam with the exact score I
expected. I still remember vividly the graduation ceremony in early August 2021 held in the
schoolyard. When I stood in the schoolyard looking at everything around me, I felt both
nervous, happy, and a bit regretful. Indeed, my high school graduation day means a lot to me.
It was the last day that everyone ended their student days. That was the day we realized that 3
years of high school really went by too quickly. So, have you had any event in your life?
My: Yes, I do. The national high school exam is always an event in the life of most people,
including myself. However, the most important event of my life was the day I came into this
world.
Mẫn: Wow, sounds great! Did you tell me more about it?
My: My parents had a son when I was born, and they wanted a daughter to complete the
family. Not only my parents but even my brother were overjoyed. My family chose the name
"Happiness" for me the day I was born, a name that can mean many things. The day I was
born marked the beginning of a chain of events in my life. As a result, it became an important
event in my life.
Mẫn: I wanted to see you when you were little, My
My: Come to my house, I'll show you that.

TOPIC 10: GENERATION GAPS

Mẫn: Hi My, how’s it going?
My: I’m OK. How about you, Mẫn?
Mẫn: I’m good. How is your family?
My: Thanks. They are fine. But this weekend I have to visit my grandmother because she is
sick. I love my grandmother very much.
Mẫn: Well, Could you send good health wishes to your grandmother for me? So you live in a
nuclear family? it's like me.
My: Right. So are there any problems between generations in your family?
Mẫn: Do you mean the generation gap? Yes my mother is usually very strict in curfew and
study too. She made it a rule to go home by 9 o'clock and to focus on studying. Because I am
a girl.
My: What about your father?
Mẫn: He is quite comfortable. That's also why I love my dad so much. How about you?
My: My parents are more open-minded people. They only give us advice, but they never try
to force their decisions on us.
Mẫn: You mean there is no generation gap between you and your parents.
My: Well, sometimes there are conflicts, but we sit together and discuss. We both think we
need to understand each other better.
Mẫn: Lucky you! You must be so happy to have such a wonderful relationship with your
parents!
My: Thank you!
Topic 1
1. Do you think people pay enough attention to their health today?
Yes, absolutely! Medical treatments have develop.t with advanced technology
nowaday, but people still always pay attention to their health. For example, they
often spend time playing sports to be healthy.
2. Do you think most people worry more about their health as they get older?
Yes, absolutely! I think when people start getting old, they start getting the signs
of bad health, and they realise the importance of health. So, you often see lots of
elderly people go out for walks or jogging to keep themselves healthy.
3. Why do you think some people continue bad habits when they know that
they are damaging to their health?
Well, because people find it difficult to break their habits which are often
repeated for a long time despite knowing that these bad habits are harmful for
their health
4. Do women pay more attention to their health than men?
I don’t think so because women in my country always pay more attention to the
health of their family róther tờn paying attention to themselves.
Topic 2
5. Why are some sports fans so passionate?
6. Is there any violence at sporting events in your country?
To be honest, such violence rarely happens in my country. However, fans often
comment on Facebook or Youtube to criticize their rivals with the bad words. It
causes lots of mental injuries to other people.
7. What benefits do international sporting events bring?
Well, First, some international sporting events like the Olympics give an
opportunity to all participants to perform their talents. Second, sports lovers
around the world would get the best entertainment because of such events.
8. Is it important for a country to win lots of medals
Yes, absolutely! Winning medals is important for a country because of several
reasons. First, sports have a huge impact on society, it develops tourism and
economy
Topic 3
1. Are there any hobbies that you think are not worthwhile?
Yes, it can, . I think spending too much time or money on a hobby such as playing computer
games or watching films may have an adverse effect on people. It’s harmful to people’s
health, and people may get headaches or short-sightedness.
2. Why do people have hobbies?
I think everyone has their own preferences. Because, those hobbies can bring joy
to people to feel comfortable when doing that hobby and besides, it also brings
benefits to typical people such as being able to earn money to make a living.
3. Do you think it's important for people to have hobbies? Why?
Yes, absolutely, having lots of different hobbies has lots of benefits. First, a
hobby can help you relax. Second, some hobbies can help you earn money.
4. Can hobbies have any negative effects?
Yes, it can, . I think spending too much time or money on a hobby such as
playing computer games or watching films may have an adverse effect on
people. It’s harmful to people’s health, and people may get headaches or short-
sightedness.
Topic 4
5. Do you think that the government should invest more in transport projects?
Definitely yes! I think the government should spend their budgets on transportation because
improving public transportation is needed because of overpopulation and the increase of
many kinds of vehicles at present.
6. What kinds of improvement have there been in transport in your country in
recent years?
First, the government has raised people's awareness of road safety to prevent
traffic accidents. If road users don’t obey the traffic rules, they will be punished
strictly. Second, local authorities expanded and upgraded road systems which
reduced traffic jams in the last few years.
7. Have the types of transport people use changed much over the last few
decades?
8. What types of transport do you think we will use in the future?
I think we will use monorails which can cycle over people’s heads to reduce
traffic jams during rush hours in the future.
Topic 5
9. How easy is it to travel around your country?
It is easy to travel in your own car to anywhere you want to go, whether it is in
the country or to visit other countries. There are airports, national rail lines and
bus services in every city, so it is convenient for people to travel to other
countries.
10. Which method of travel do you consider safest?
I personally think traveling by train is the safest way because statistics show that
trains cause fewer accidents than other vehicles such as motorbike, car or bus.
11. Has travel become safer in recent years?
Yes, it has. With advanced technology nowaday, I think travel has become safer
in recent years. Many modern vehicles were invented and the road systems were
upgraded, which reduced carbon dioxide emissions and cut down accident rates
12. How do you think people will travel in the future?
Well. I think people will explore some. new places in the future and we will be
able to travel and live there. For example, people think about the invention of an
elevator to travel on Mars, Moon and other planets.
Topic 6
13. How does that story affect your life?
Well, When a story happens in our lives, it changes our lives a lot. Thanks to
these stories, it teaches us many lessons in our lives.
14. Why do you remember it well?
Well, because it left me with lots of impressions, and it changes our lives a lot.
Thanks to these stories, it teaches us many lessons in our lives.
15. Was that story important to you?
Yes, absolutely!
16. If you had an opportunity, would you like to change anything?
If you had an opportunity, I would like to change my mistakes that I used to
make and try to think more positively about the difficulties in life.
Topic 7
1. Why do some people throw rubbish on the street?
Well, in my opinion, because those kinds of people do not care about the
environment. They lack self-discipline that the action of throwing trash
anywhere has become their bad habits
2. What do you do with rubbish when you are on the street?
Firstly, I will classify them. With some rubbish like plastic, paper, metals, I will
sell them to scrap collectors. Others like glass, vegetable products, I will put
them in front of my house, then garbage trucks will come and bring them away.
3. How do you feel when you see people throw rubbish on the street?
To be honest, when I see e-rubbish on the road, I find it extremely disturbing
and often wonder why they throw them away, or if they are still useful. Then I
think about my electronic devices, someday they also become out of date and
what I will do with them. Besides, scientists find some toxic components in e-
rubbish, if they are not handled properly, they can be harmful to the
environment and human health.
4. Do you think your city is clean or not?
I don’t think so. The air quality since the city is always filled with emissions
from the expanding fleets of cars and motorcycles and also construction projects
surrounding the city.
Topic 8
5. Why is it important to protect the natural environment?
6. Should countries try to solve the climate change problems together or
individually?
In my opinion, all countries are responsible for protecting the environment in
general and solving climate change problems together in particular because
small actions can make a significant contribution.
7. Why should people be concerned about the environment?
Well, because the natural environment is the most important resource because it
protects us and provides us with everything we need to survive such as food,
water, oxygen, energy and many other necessary things.
Topic 9
1. Does the responsibility for protecting the environment lie with governments
or with individuals?Why do people hold events?
2. What are the advantages of holding international events?
3. Do Vietnamese people spend a lot of money on events?
4. What are the disadvantages of holding international events?
Topic 10
1. How do “Generation Gaps” affect your life? Give explanations.
Obviously, it leads to clear differences of opinion among members of a family.
These differences are usually resolved amicably, but can sometimes cause
disputes and bad friction between family members.
2. What are some negative effects of “Generation Gaps”? Give examples.
Well, Generation Gaps cause conflicts between different generations, between
older and younger. For example, family members of different generations can
misunderstand each other, so it makes the relationship between generations
getting worse.
3. How can you overcome “Generation Gaps”? Give explanations
I think we have to stop thinking about it & listen to each person’s opinion
without judgment. Listen to what the older generation has to say, even if you do
not agree.
4. What are some solutions to “Generation Gaps”? Give examples