DESCRIBE YOUR FAVORITE GADGET.

- I've got quite a few gadgets at home, some of which were bought for me, and others which I bought myself. My desktop
computer was given to me by my parents when I was a high school student, in order for me to be able to study more
conveniently.The most important piece of technology I bought, however, was my laptop.
- It is integral to my life because I use it for work and entertainment as well as keeping in contact with other people.
- At first, computers were very confusing for me, rocket science, so I had to browse websites to teach myself how to reinstall
the operating system. I can't live without my laptop because it enables me to work remotely and conveniently. All in all, it is an
essential device for me
integral (a): quan trọng
delighted (a): vui sướng
brand new (a): mới tinh
futuristic (a): hiện đại, mang kiểu dáng của tương lai
vibrant (a): sống động
sharp (a): sắc nét
Describe a piece of technology you own that you feel is difficult to use

You should say:

When you got it

What you got it for
How often you use it
And explain how you feel about it
I'd like to talk about my laptop, which I often find difficult to use. It's a fairly old model, and although it still works well, I
struggle to operate some of its features.

Firstly, I find the touchpad difficult to control. It's overly sensitive and often moves the cursor around the screen when I don't
want it to. This can be frustrating, especially when I'm trying to select text or move files around.

Secondly, I struggle with the laptop's battery life. It doesn't hold a charge for very long, which means I'm constantly having to
plug it in and charge it up. This can be inconvenient when I'm working in a place where there are no power outlets available.

Lastly, I find the laptop's operating system confusing. It's an older version of Windows, and some of the menus and options are
not intuitive to me. For example, I often struggle to find the right settings to adjust the volume or screen brightness.

Despite these difficulties, I still use my laptop on a regular basis. It's an important tool for my work, and I've learned to work
around its limitations. For example, I often use an external mouse instead of the touchpad, and I try to conserve the battery life
by using low-power modes when I'm not using the laptop actively.

Overall, I think it's important to be able to adapt to the technology we own, even if it's not always easy to use. As we rely more
and more on technology in our daily lives, it's important to learn how to make the most of the tools we have available to us.

Từ vựng cần lưu ý:

struggle (v): gặp khó khăn

operate (v): vận hành, sử dụng
sensitive (adj): nhạy cảm
frustrating (adj): khó chịu
power outlet: ổ điện
intuitive (adj): trực quan
adjust (v): căn chỉnh
limitation (n): hạn chế
external (adj): bên ngoài
conserve (v): bảo trì, bảo tồn
adapt: thích nghi với
2.1. What technology do people currently use?
"People use a wide variety of technology in their daily lives, from smartphones and laptops to smart home devices and wearable
tech. Many people also use social media platforms, such as Facebook and Instagram, to stay connected with friends and family.
In addition, online shopping has become increasingly popular, and people now use services like Amazon and eBay to buy
goods online. More advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality, are also becoming more prevalent
in areas like healthcare, education, and entertainment."
Từ vựng:
variety (n): đa dạng, nhiều
wearable (adj): đeo (lên người được)
artificial intelligence: trí tuệ nhân tạo
virtual reality: thực tế ảo
prevalent (adj): thịnh hành
Bài dịch:

2.2. Why do big companies introduce new products frequently?

"Big companies introduce new products frequently for a variety of reasons. One reason is to keep up with changes in
technology and consumer preferences. Another reason is to increase their market share and stay competitive in their industry.
New products can also help to generate buzz and excitement among customers, which can lead to increased sales and brand
loyalty. Additionally, companies may introduce new products as a way to diversify their product line and reduce their
dependence on a single product or market segment."

Từ vựng:

keep up with: theo kịp

market share: thị phần
competitive (adj): tính cạnh tranh
generate (v): tạo ra
buzz (n): tiếng vang
diversify (v): đa dạng hóa
segment (n): phân khúc
Bài dịch:

2.3. Why are people so keen on buying iPhones even though they haven't changed much from one iPhone to the next?

"People are often keen on buying iPhones because they perceive them as high-quality, reliable, and fashionable devices. Apple
has cultivated a strong brand identity around their products, which helps to create a sense of exclusivity and desirability.
Additionally, Apple has a strong ecosystem of apps and accessories that are designed to work seamlessly with their devices,
which further increases its appeal. Even if the changes from one iPhone to the next are relatively minor, people are often willing
to upgrade in order to stay current and to be part of the Apple community."

Từ vựng:

perceive (v): cảm thấy

reliable (adj): đáng tin
cultivate (v): xây dựng
exclusivity (n): độc quyền
desirability (n): sự khao khát
seamlessly (adv): liền mạch
appeal (n): sự hấp dẫn

2.4. Why do technology companies keep upgrading their products?

"Technology companies upgrade their products for a number of reasons. Firstly, to stay competitive in the market and maintain
their customer base. Secondly, to improve functionality and fix bugs in earlier versions. Thirdly, to introduce new features and
innovations that meet changing consumer needs and preferences. Finally, upgrading products can also be a way for companies
to generate revenue by encouraging customers to purchase the latest version. In today's fast-paced technology industry,
companies must continue to innovate and improve their products to stay ahead of the competition and meet the ever-changing
demands of consumers."

Từ vựng:

functionality (n): chức năng

feature (n): tính năng
innovation (n): cải tiến
revenue (n): doanh thu
fast-paced (adj): phát triển nhanh
ever-changing (adj): luôn thay đổi

2.5. What changes has the development of technology brought about in our lives?

"The development of technology has brought about significant changes in our lives. It has made communication faster and
easier, allowing us to connect with people across the globe. It has also revolutionized the way we work, making many tasks
more efficient and automated. However, it has also led to concerns about privacy and its impact on our mental health. Overall,
technology has both positive and negative effects on our lives, and it's important to strike a balance between utilizing its
benefits and mitigating its drawbacks."

Từ vựng:

revolutionize (v): cách mạng hóa

efficient (adj): hiệu quả
automated (adj): tự động
strike (v): đạt được
utilize (v): sử dụng
mitigate (v): giảm
2.6. Does the development of technology affect the way we study? How?

"Yes, the development of technology has had a significant impact on the way we study. With the rise of e-learning platforms,
online courses, and educational apps, students now have access to a wealth of information and resources that were previously
unavailable. This has made studying more convenient, flexible, and personalized, allowing students to learn at their own pace
and on their own schedule. However, technology also presents some challenges, such as the potential for distractions and the
need for digital literacy skills."

Từ vựng:

flexible (adj): đa dạng

personalized (adj): cá nhân hóa
potential (adj): có tiềm năng
distraction (n): mất tập trung
literacy (n): hiểu biết, khả năng biết/ hiểu

DESCRIBE AN EXCITING BOOK THAT YOU ENJOY READING

- I'm going to talk about "The 7 habits of highly successful people" which is a fascinating book that I really love to read.It's a
self-help book written by Steven Covey, a pretty well-known American author.
- If I'm not mistaken, first read it about 6 months ago when was still a first- year student at university.At the time, a friend of
mine recommended this book to me and told me that it was a must-readI was quite impressed by its title so a few days later I
went to the bookstore and bought it. It took me almost 2 months to finish it and as put the book down, I had to admit that my
friend was right about it
- As its name suggests, its main content is about some habits that extremely successful people all have and what you should do
to develop these habits. It may sound simple but found it so gripping. There're several reasons why I consider it one of my
favorite books.
- For one thing, it is really well-written with lots of specific examples and guidelines so can follow it easily.
- For another, every time read it, it gives me a strong boost to improve myself. As a matter of fact, I've changed a lot after
reading this book and it's a change for the better. In the past, I had lots of awful habits like procrastinating making excuses or
spending lots time playing computer games.This book was like a wake-up call and it motivated me to break those. Now usually
reach for it whenever feel lazy or demotivated and it helps me to pick myself up pretty quickly.
- So far, I've read it twice but still enjoy it a lotIf you're an avid reader and are looking for a wonderful book to read in your
spare time, you should definitely give "The 7 habits of highly effective people" a try
KEY VOCABULARY:

o A self-help book: a book that helps you develop yourself o Title (n) the name of a book, poem, painting, piece of music, etc.

o Gripping (adj) exciting or interesting in a way that keeps your attention

o Guideline (n) instructions that are given by an official organization telling you how to do something, especially something
difficult Boost (n) something that helps or encourages someone or something

o Procrastinate (v) to delay doing something that you should do, usually because you do not want to do it

A wake-up call (n) something that makes you realize that you need to take action to change a situation

o Pick yourself up: to stand up again after you have fallen o An avid reader: a person who really enjoys reading
DESCRIBE YOUR FAVORITE FILM/MOVIE

BRAINSTORMING

WHAT MOVIE?
I'm going to talk about....(name of the movie)...which is one of the greatest movies that I have ever watched

WHAT KIND OF MOVIE IS IT AND WHO DIRECTED IT?

it's an action movie/ a horror movie/ a thriller and was directed by.........../but I don't remember who directed it because
normallydon't pay much attention to the director.

WHO WAS IN IT?

It features a lot of big stars like...Or..and... ......were in it

WHERE IS IT SET AND WHAT IS ITS PLOT ABOUT?

o It's set in…. and its plot is about.........(search the name of movie on English Wikipedia or read its brief summary on the
internet to have a better idea of what the movie is all about)
WHEN DID YOU WATCH IT?
If I remember correctly, I watched it. ….almost…….ago. At the time/ Back then, ……
WHY DID THIS MOVIE LEAVE A STRONG IMPRESSION ON YOU?
There're several reasons why this movie left a strong impression on me. For one thing…..another……….Also,

WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS MOVIE?

o If you're looking for a brilliant movie to watch in your spare time, you should give......(its name) a try/

o If you're looking for a brilliant movie to watch in your spare time,fits name)....is highly recommended

I admit to being somewhat of a film junkie, I love spending my free time watching films at home or the cinema. There is one
film, however, that I can rewatch endless times without getting bored. It is none other than the classic animated film The Lion
King produced by Walt Disney pictures, which I first saw at a local film theater with my mother when I was a kid.

It is a complex children’s film that still holds up to this day, and I use that classification quite loosely though, as it is basically
Hamlet reworked version for younger audience. It is a film surrounded with beautiful artwork from the beginning to the
ending, with incredibly talented and memorable voice actors and music that still is sung almost 30 years later.

The film follows the life story of Simba, a lion cub who is destined to become king of Pride rock. Unfortunately for him,
his scheming uncle Scar has other plans as Simba’s birth pushes his claim to the throne down the line. After an attempt on his
life that takes his father’s own, Simba is left to die as an exile in the savanna where he is discovered and taken in by a warthog
named Pumbaa and meerkat by the name of Timon. They raise him up in care-free environment and taught to let go of the past
since you can’t do anything about it anyways.

But of course you can’t run forever and he is eventually discovered and brought back to his home where he challenges and
overpowers his uncle for the claim of the throne and finally restores order to the land. To this day I love this film because of all
the lessons scattered throughout it, but I particularly appreciate the idea of family, responsibility and honor that underlies it all.

Vocabulary Phonetic Meaning

junkie /ˈdʒʌŋki/ (người) nghiện, ham cái gì

endless /ˈɛndləs/ vô số

animated /ˈanɪmeɪtɪd/ hoạt hình

vẫn còn giữ được sự nổi

hold up /həʊld ʌp/
tiếng

classification /ˌklasɪfɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/ sự phân loại

 loosely /ˈluːsli/ dễ dàng, dễ dãi

artwork /ˈɑːtwəːk/ thành phẩm

follow /ˈfɒləʊ/ đi theo hướng nào đó

destined /ˈdɛstɪnd/ sinh ra là để

scheming /ˈskiːmɪŋ/ đầy mưu tính

down the line /daʊn ðə lʌɪn/ trong tương lai

exile /ˈɛksʌɪl/ sự đày ải

care-free /kɛː friː/ thoải mái, không lo nghĩ

restore /rɪˈstɔː/ hồi phục, mang lai

underlay /ʌndəˈleɪ/ ẩn giấu dưới

DESCRIBE A SONG THAT YOU THINK IS INTERESTING

BRAINSTORMING

WHAT SONG IS IT?

o I'm going to talk about.............<name of the song..................which is a song that find pretty intriguing.

WHAT KIND OF SONG IS IT AND WHO PERFORMS IT?

It's a................song performed by.............................................
WHAT STORY DOES IT TELL?
The main story of the song is about....

WHEN DID YOU FIRST LISTEN TO IT?

If I'm not mistaken, I first listened to it about..........ago. At the time,...…,so…

DO YOU STILL LISTEN TO IT NOW?

WHY DO YOU THINK IT IS INTERESTING?

There're several reasons why this song is particularly interesting to me.For one thing…….For another............Plus/also/besides,
WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS SONG TO OTHERS?
If you're looking for a great song to listen to in your spare time, you should definitely give this song a try

- I'm going to talk about a Vietnamese song that I've been listening to recently, which find pretty intriguing. It's called Mang Tien Ve
Cho Me which means Bring Mom money in English. It's a meaningful rap song performed by Den. Vau who is a famous rapper in
Vietnam.
- If I'm not mistaken, I first listened to this song about 2 months ago,At the time, was browsing Youtube and this song was number 1
on trending so i clicked on it and right after the first verse, I was totally hooked. It had many wonderful lines and they rhymed
beautifully with each other. The melodies were uplifting and tuneful with a moderate tempo.
- The lyrics were clever yet poetic.All the verses were tied nicely with a mellow chorus assisted by Ngoc Giau - a female singer with a
really powerful voice. Since then, this song has become one of my favorites.
- To tell you the truth,I've listened to it more than 100 times already, but haven't gotten sick of itI still play it every day on my phone
and usually sing along to it
- There're several reasons why this song is particularly interesting to me.
- For one thing, its lyrics are deep with lots of great messages for the listeners. I am especially impressed with the one that goes
"Mom's son is only a servant but wants life to treat you like a queen"For a family person like me, it's indeed a great line.
- For another, the rap star's voice is a perfect fit for the songI'm not a huge fan of rap but still in love with his relaxing, rhythmic style
of music. If you're looking for a fabulous song to listen to in your spare time, you should definitely give this song a try. It has English
subtitles so you don't have to worry about the language barrier.
KEY VOCABULARY:

To be hooked (adj) enjoying something very much, so that you want to do it, see it, etc. as much as possible

o Line (n) the words of a song or poem or other piece of writing

Rhyme/razm/ (v) if two words, syllables, etc. rhyme, or if one rhymes with the other, they have or end with the same sound o
Uplifting (adj) making you feel happier or giving you more hope Tuneful (adj) having a pleasant tune or sound o Clever (adj) showing
intelligence or skill, making people think deeply about their ideas

o Poetic (adj) like or suggesting poetry, especially because it shows imagination and deep feeling

Mellow (adj) (of colour or sound) soft, rich and pleasant

o Go (v) used to talk about what tune or words a song or poem has or what happens in a story

Rhythmic/ramak/ (adj) having a regular pattern of sounds, movements or events