SPEAKING PART 3: DISCUSSION

Question type 1: COMPARING

 Is Vietnamese food different from Western food?

 What are the differences between being famous nowadays and being famous in the
past?

STRUTURE

Well, obviously there are several/a number of differences and I suppose/guess the most obvious
one is that (A)..... On the other hand,….. (B). In addition, another clear difference is that
(A)…….. while (B)………..

 Is Vietnamese food different from Western food?

Well, obviously there are a number of differences and I guess the most obvious one is that
Vietnamese food taste much better and a lot healthier because we use fresh ingredients. On the
other hand, western food such as pizzas or hamburgers is unhealthier because they contain lots
of chemicals. In addition, another clear difference is that our traditional food may take longer
to prepare while fast food is usually more convenient as it is easier and quicker to make.

Question type 2: WHY?

 Why do so many people what to be famous?

 Why is it important to play sports?

STRUCTURE

Well, in my opinion I guess there are a number of reasons. The main one is……….. Also, I
guess a second reason is that…..

 Why do so many people what to be famous?

Well, in my opinion I guess there are a number of reasons. The main one is that fame brings
people lots of money and fortune so they become rich very easily. Also, I guess a second reason
is you will become popular and you have a lot of fans and you live in a very luxurious world.

Question type 3: ADVANTAGES/DISADVANTAGES

 What are the advantages of travelling?

Well, obviously there are several benefits/drawbacks of….. However, I guess the main one is
that……Besides, another positive/negative thing about…. is that…………

 What are the advantages of travelling?

Well, obviously I suppose there are several benefits of travelling. However, I guess the main
one is that you can visit different places, meet different people, try different kinds of food which
is an amazing experience. Besides, another positive thing about travelling is that you gain
knowledge of different cultures and this broadens your minds.
Question type 4: PREDICTING

 What will house be like in the future?

Certainly, I’m sure that in the not too distant future, we will witness a number of changes related
to this. To begin with, I’d predict that we will most likely have………….. This will…… On top
of this, I suppose it’s quite probable that we may have…..as/because….. and who knows it could
even be possible that we’ll see the arrival of…….when…

 What will house be like in the future?

Certainly, I’m sure that in the not too distant future, we will witness a number of changes
related to this. To begin with, I’d predict that we will most likely have houses that are much
bigger. This will help accommodate the increasing number of people as population is predicted
to be on the rise. On top of this, I suppose it’s quite probable that we may have houses under
the seas as there will be a huge lack of land for the too much crowded world. And who knows it
could even be possible that we’ll see the arrival of houses on the moon when technological
development will enable people to migrate to another planet.

Question type 5: PROBLEM

 What problems are caused by the increase in the use of private cars?

Well, obviously we can say there are quite a lot of dangers regard to this issue. First and
foremost, one major worry is probably that……….This is clearly alarming because……
Additionally, another major cause for concern might be the fact that……..This may result in….

Well, obviously we can say there are quite a lot of dangers regard to this issue. First and
foremost, one major worry is probable that this causes an increase in the levels of pollution.
This is clearly alarming because we are facing huge global pollution problems now.
Additionally, another major cause for concern might be the fact that cars consume huge
amounts of our energy resources. This may result in a severe global energy crisis.

Question type 6: SOLUTION

 How could we solve the problem of increase in the use of private cars?

In my view, there are a number of actions that could be taken. When dealing with the first
problem, the easiest way to work it out would be…... This will help….. Regarding the second
issue, the most successful way to tackle would be to ……. If we/ this will……………..

In my view, there are a number of actions that could be taken. When dealing with the first
problem, the easiest way to work it out would be to develop new technology for cars engines
which does not cause serious air pollution, may be some special kinds of exhaust filter. This will
help reduce the levels of pollution in big cities. Regarding the second issue, the most successful
way to tackle would be to invest heavily on research into alternative energy resources. If we
produce cars which runs on water for example it will help solve the problem.