SITUATIONS

1.. A and B are roommates. A is going shopping for a new smart watch. They are now
discussing the pros and cons of shopping online and in a store.
A: What are you doing, hien? Are you free?
B: Yes
A: I’m going shopping for a new smart watch. Do you want to come with me?
B: ok. Do you want to shop online or in a store?
A: I usually shop at the store. What's up?
B: I am considering whether to buy a watch online or in a store. I think each has its pros and
cons.
A: I see that too. I think buying at the store will have the (đì) advantage of being able to check
the quality of the product as well as being able to try it on so that I can choose the most suitable
size for me.
B: You're right. You can also ask the staff directly about the product. Also, you can bargain with
them. Or the return procedure (rồ xi chờ) will be easier.
A: That's right. If you buy online, it will take a long time to return and receive the goods. Many
times, you will receive the wrong model as well as poor quality. In addition, you can buy
anytime and anywhere if you buy online but with the condition that you have internet, wifi
or 3G.
B: That's bad.
A: Shall we go to the store?
B: Let go.
2. A is walking in a mall looking for an e-book reader. By chance, A sees B- a classmate-
shopping there and wants to ask some advice from B.
A: Hi Hien. How are you today?
B: Hi Hanh. I'm doing good. How about you?
A: I couldn't be better.
B: Can you buy the book Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus?
A: Unfortunately, I didn't buy it in time. It sold out very quickly.
B: That's right. I plan to go to the mall to find and buy an e-reader. Can you give me some
advice? You know everything about new technology!
A: How much do you think you will buy?
B: Under 5 million is the best for me
A: uhm... I think you can buy it at Amazon or Kindle Barnes and Noble Nook. Because in my
opinion its price will fit your pocket. It also has many patterns, and you can choose the best one
for you.
B: Great, thanks. Do you think I should order it online?
A: No... I think it's better to go to a store. There are different varieties, and you should pick them
up and read them to see which one you like best.
B: Great. In the store, I can also ask the salesperson for advice before buying. Thanks for your
advice. goodbye
A: Happy to help. goodbye
3. A is a customer and A is returning a dress/shirt to the store where B works as a salesperson.
A: Hello!
B: Good morning, May I help you?
A: There's a little problem with my dress
B: Could you give me some details, please?
A: It doesn't fit my sister and she doesn't like the color either.
B: Do you have a receipt?
A: I ordered this one on the Internet yesterday, but I forget the receipt at home now
B: It's Okay. I will check it out right now.
A: Bother you
B: Right. You ordered this yesterday, size M, blue.
A: Yes. It's too small. So, could you tell me exchange to size L, white please?
B: I'm so sorry, but according to our policy, you can only exchange it for another size.
A: Really? I didn’t know that.
B: Yes. You can see the return policy table there.
A: Uhmmm...Can I get my money back, please?
B: Sorry, we can’t give you money back. But we give you a 50% discount voucher for all items
here.
A: Thank you very much
B: You’re welcome. Have a nice day!
4. A is a NEW student at a university. B is a sophomore. A meets B at the library and wants to
know more places on the campus.
A: hi. Excuse me. Can you help me how to get to building E?
B: Okay. You go straight and turn right. It's opposite building V.
A: thanks. Nice to meet you. My name is Hanh, I'm a first-year student.
B: Nice to meet you, too. My name is Hien. I'm a sophomore student majoring in English.
A: Oh, my major is the same as yours
B: How do you feel about our school?
A: Very good. It is quite big and has many buildings. They are not in alphabetical order, so I
have trouble finding them.
B: It's okay. You will get used to it gradually.
A: Where is our school cafeteria?
B: uhmm.... Let me see. It is located behind building C.
A: ohhh. Does our school have a parking space? I want to ride a motobike to school.
B: Our school has a lot of parking lots. Each area will have its own parking lot, you can rest
assured about that.
A: What about our school's dormitory?
B: If you want to stay, you will have to register at the beginning of the school year. The male
dormitory will be in building I and the female dormitory will be in building G.
A: Thank you. I have a class now. See you next time!
B: Nice to meet you. Goodbye
5. A and B are students from two universities. They meet each other in an English Club. They
make friends and talk about their current university life.
A: hi. My name is Hanh. Nice to meet you.
B: Hi, my name is Hien. Nice to meet you, too.
A: How are you today?
B: great. Thank you. How about you?
A: I'm doing well
B: Which school do you go to?
A: I studied at Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City. How about you?
B: I studied at a university of education
A: What are you majoring in?
B: I studied accounting. How about you?
A: I majored in English
B: How do you feel about university life?
A: At first, I found it difficult to integrate into the university environment because here they will
emphasize self-study, gradually I also get used to their teaching and learning style. How is your
class schedule? Are you used to it yet?
B: I don't have one. It's messy unlike high school. Sometimes I oversleep and I'm late for class.
A: Sounds bad
B: Have you integrated with the people around you?
A: Due to my shy personality, I only made friends with a few friends in my practice group.
B: For me, I have made a lot of good friends. They are very sociable and full of energy.
A: That’s so good. I’m glad to meet you. oh I’m sorry. I have to go home now. See you next
time. bye
B: goodbye
6. A and B are roommates. A is not feeling well and now s/he worries about her/his health.
A: Why do you look so tired, Hien?
B: I don't feel very well. Stomach-ache.
A: Does your stomach hurt? It’s so awful! (o ful) Anything else?
B: Well, I have diarrhea. I think I had some bad food at lunch today.
A: What do you eat for lunch?
B: Seafood and salad
A: I think Seafood and salad shouldn’t be combined
B: I think not. My parents also eat together but they're fine.
A: maybe your digestive system ( đai chét tive sít tờm) is not good. Have you taken your
medicine?
B: No. I'm in so much pain that I can't walk.
A: Don't worry. I will go to the pharmacy to buy medicine for you.
B: thanks.
A: remember If it doesn't get better, you should see a doctor.
B: ok
A: Let me know if you don't feel better. Now I will go buy medicine for you. I will back soon
B: thank you!
7. A and B are studying the course named Listening Skills. A has difficulties in learning
listening skills and now s/he worries about this course.
B: Hey Hanh. Where are you going?
A: I'm on my way to the school library to study. I have a listening test coming up. I am very
weak (quick) in this skill.
B: Don't worry too much. This course requires hard work and dedication. You need time to get
better.
A: thanks. Do you know any websites about this skill?
B: You can refer to ESL Lab website or British Council
A: How much time do you usually spend listening?
B: about 1 to 3 hours. You should also improve your vocabulary and pronunciation as it is the
foundation for your good listening.
A: I will try. Do you think I should train to B level 1 first?
B: I think not. You should go from the A2. Let's go from easy to difficult.
A: I understand. Thanks for your advice. I have to go now. Goodbye
B: Goodbye
8. A and B are close friends. A is quite tired because A usually has bad/ unpleasant dreams. A
asks for advice from B.
B: Hi Hanh. Long time no see! Why do you look so tired? Are you Okay?
A: Hi Hien. Lately I keep having bad dreams. It makes me very tired. Can you give me some
advice?
B: I am very willing. Do you remember your dreams?
A: Occasionally.
B: What do you usually dream about?
A: I often dream about death or being beaten
B: That sounds bad. So how do you wake up?
A: Sometimes I fall off a cliff and wake up or the alarm goes off
B: I think it might be because you don't get enough sleep or you're too stressed that leads to bad
dreams.
A: So, what should I do?
B: I think you should eat and live scientifically. And you need to combine exercise to improve
health.
A: Good idea. Thanks for your advice. I will take your advice to improve myself.
B: I have to go now. Goodbye, see you again!
A: Goodbye!
9.A and B are roommates. A is worried because A cannot sleep very well and s/he even has
recurring dreams. A asks for advice from B.
B: Why do you look so tired, Hanh? Are you Okay?
A: Of course not. Lately I've been having recurring dreams. It makes me very tired. Can you give
me some advice?
B: I am very willing. Do you often have happy dreams or unpleasant dreams?
A: I often have bad dreams.
B: Do you remember your dreams?
A: Occasionally.
B: What do you usually dream about?
A: I often dream about death or being beaten
B: That sounds bad. Who do you often dream about?
A: I often dream about death or ghosts
B: It's terrible. So how do you wake up?
A: I was killed, and I woke up startled
B: I think it might be because you don't get enough sleep, or you are too stressed which leads to
bad dreams.
A: So, what should I do?
B: I think you should eat and live. And combine exercise to improve health.
A: Good idea. Thanks for your advice. I will take your advice to improve myself.
B: I have to go now. Goodbye see you soon!
A: Goodbye!
10.A and B are classmates at university. A often has some health problems. A often play
online games with players from around the world all night and has unhealthy habits.
B: Hi Hanh. Why do you look so tired? Are you Okay?
A: Hi Hien. Of course not. Lately I've been having headaches and dizziness.
B: Do you have any diseases?
A: Probably not.
B: What do you usually do every day?
A: I usually play online games with my friends all night
B: Is it the same every day?
A: That's right.
B: hmmmm. That is a bad habit. It will gradually harm your health.
A: I can't live without games
B: You can adjust your level of play so that instead of spending all night, you only need about 30
to 60 minutes for entertainment
A: Do I need to make any other changes to improve my health?
B: You should avoid fast food and increase mineral, water, and nutrient supplements
A: Good idea. Thanks for your advice. I will improve my living habits.
B: nothing. I have to go now. Goodbye
A: goodbye
11. A and B are close friends. They are planning to travel abroad this summer and are talking
about how people there greet each other.
A: Hi Hien. How are you today?
B: Hi Hanh. I'm doing good.
B: Are you free this summer?
A: Yes. What's up?
B: I just won 2 tickets to go abroad. I'm going to invite you. Will you go?
A: I am very willing. Which country are we going to?
B: Ummm. let me remember. Probably France
A: That's great. When do you go?
B: maybe the end of July. I'll tell you the details later.
A: ok. Do you think I should learn a few French sentences in advance?
B: If you like. I only know how to say hello in French as "Bonjour"
A: wow. I will try to learn more about their culture.
B: Me too.
A: See you later. Bye
B: bye
12. A and B are old high school friends. They meet each other in their long public holiday and
talk about their future’s plans.
A: Hi Hien. Long time no see! How are you today?
B: Hi Hanh. I'm doing good. How about you?
A: I couldn't be better. Do you have any plans for this vacation?
B: Definitely. I'm going to Phu Quoc to play.
A: Great sound. Who are you going to go with?
B: I will go with my family. How about you?
A: I will go to Da Lat
B: Sound great. Do you also go with your family?
A: no. I will go with my friend. They plan to take the sleeper bus in the evening.
B: And I will go by plane. Because it's quick and convenient
A: Will you stay at a hotel or at homestay?
B: Probably at homestay. It will make me more comfortable. You too?
A: Oh no. I will stay at the hotel. I didn't book the homestay in time.
B: How many days are you going?
A: about 3 days. I heard that Phu Quoc has many beautiful scenes.
B: Maybe so. I will buy you a gift. I heard the fish sauce there is delicious.
A wonderful thing. have a nice trip!
B: You too

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