FILMS+TRANSPORTATION

VOCAB:
*Films
1. Blockbuster/ˈblɑːkbʌstər/(n): Phim bom tấn
2. A box office hit: Một bộ phim chiến thắng tại phòng vé (thu về nhiều lợi nhuận)
3. Soundtrack/ˈsaʊndtræk/(n): Nhạc phim
4. Movie buff/ˈmuːvi bʌf/(n): Fan cuồng phim
5. Premiere/prɪˈmɪr/(n): Buổi công chiếu phim
6. Low-budget film/ləʊ-ˈbʌʤɪt fɪlm/(n): Phim có kinh phí thấp
7. cinematographer/ˌsɪnəməˈtɒɡrəfə(r)/(n): Also known as a Director of Photography (DP), they
oversee the camera and light crews.
8. Scriptwriter/ˈskrɪptˌraɪtə/(n): Biên kịch
9. Scriptplay/'skri:nplei/ (n): kịch bản phim
10. Film adaptation/film ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/(n): Sự chuyển thể thành phim
11. stuntwoman /ˈstʌntwʊmən/, Stunt man /stʌnt mæn/ :Diễn viên đóng thế
12. Aerial Shot/ˈeərɪəl ʃɒt/(n): Góc quay trên không
13. action-packed (adj): with a lot of thrilling incidents
14. dreary /ˈdrɪəri/(adj) dull and uninteresting
15. riveting /ˈrɪvɪtɪŋ/ – keeps you glued to the screen
16. thought-provoking (adj): stimulating you to think about something, often something you haven’t
thought of before
17. in the can: If a film is in the can, filming has finished and it is ready to be prepared for showing to
the public.
18. "On the edge of one's seat": To be very excited and eager to know what's going to happen next in
a film.
19. "A twist in the tale": An unexpected development in the plot of a movie.

*Transportation
20. drink-driving /ˌdrɪŋk ˈdraɪvɪŋ/ (n): lái xe khi sử dụng rượu bia
21. jam-packed /ˌdʒæm ˈpækt/ (adj): chật ních, tắc nghẽn
22. traffic warden /ˈtræfɪk wɔːdn/ (n): nhân viên kiểm soát giao thông
23. crosswalk /ˈkrɒswɔːk/ (n): vạch kẻ dành cho người đi bộ
24. speed bump /ˈspiːd bʌmp/ (n): gờ giảm tốc
25. checkpoint /ˈtʃekpɔɪnt/ (n): cửa khẩu, trạm kiểm soát
26. flyover /ˈflaɪˌoʊ.vɚ/ (n): cầu vượt
27. roundabout /ˈraʊndəbaʊt/ (n): vòng xuyến
28. carpool /ˈkɑːpuːl/ (n): việc đi chung xe
29. driving offence /ˈdraɪvɪŋ əˈfens/ (n): sự vi phạm luật giao thông
30. speeding/ˈspiːdɪŋ/ (n): việc lái xe quá tốc độ
31. get stuck in the traffic (v): bị kẹt xe
32. heavy goods vehicle /ˈhevi ɡʊd.z ˈviːəkl/ (n): phương tiện chở hàng hóa cồng kềnh
33. operate a vehicle: sử dụng phương tiện giao thông
34. be packed/squashed like sardines: đông nghẹt
35. bumpy road (n): đường ổ gà
36. hop on a bus: lên xe buýt
37. driving under the influence of…: lái xe dưới sự ảnh hưởng của…
38. bumper to bumper: đường tắc đến mức các xe đứng rất sát nhau và đi rất chậm
39. beat the traffic: ra đường trước giờ cao điểm để không bị tắc
40. hitch a lift/ride: quá giang, đi nhờ xe
QUESTIONS AND SAMPLES
1. FILMS
1. Do you like watching films?
Absolutely! They are an excellent way to unwind. Moreover, my friends are really into films. So it’s a
fun, relaxing way to spend time together. Afterwards, we discuss and debate the film that we have just
watched. Apart from just relaxing and enjoying the film, I like to delve deeper into the subliminal
messages.

unwind (v) /ˌʌnˈwaɪnd/: thư giãn

subliminal (adj) /ˌsʌbˈlɪmɪnl/: affecting your mind even though you are not aware of it

delve into something: try hard to find out more information about something

2. Do you prefer foreign films or films made in your country?

Since my country doesn’t have a huge film industry, I’ve always been really into American films.
American ones are incredibly entertaining and well-made, the evolution of film continues to amaze me.
Moreover, I only watch films in English so it helps me to learn new slang and expressions.

3. How often do you watch films?

Well, I am as busy as a bee, but I manage to see about one or two films a week at home. After a long day
of studying, I love snuggling up on the sofa and watching a film to unwind. I tend to do this on Friday
and Sunday evenings with my friends.

as busy as a bee(idm): very busy

snuggle/ˈsnʌɡl/(v): nằm rúc vào

4.What kinds of movies do you like best?

Personally, I’m into drama, action, and historical films. These genres tend to provide captivating
storylines and fascinating characters, while also shedding light on significant events and social issues.
Additionally, I appreciate the attention to detail and elaborate sets that are often present in historical
movies.

● Shedding light on (phrase): /ˈʃɛdɪŋ laɪt ɒn/ - làm sáng tỏ

● Elaborate (adjective): /ɪˈlæbərət/ - tỉ mỉ, phức tạp

5.How often do you go to a cinema to watch a movie?

I visit the cinema approximately once or twice a month to catch the latest releases. Although it is so much
more comfortable to watch movies at home, the experience of sitting in a cinema, with its large screen
and immersive sound system, is truly worthwhile.

● Catch the latest releases (phrase): /kæʧ ðə ˈleɪtɪst rɪˈliːsɪz/ - xem những bộ phim mới ra

6.Do people in your country like to go to a cinema to watch a film?

Well, to me, in Vietnam, the cinema culture is indeed thriving, with people from all walks of life enjoying
the movie-going experience. It's common to see families, friends, and couples flocking to the cinema to
catch the latest blockbuster or support a local production. That makes it an integral part of our
entertainment scene.

● Walks of life (phrase): /wɔːks ɒv laɪf/ - mọi lứa tuổi, đối tượng, tầng lớp
● Movie-going (adjective): /ˈmuːviˌɡoʊɪŋ/ - đi xem phim

2. TRANSPORTATION
1. What form of transport do you prefer to use? Why?

Without any doubt, I would say motorbikes. You can see people driving a motorbike all over the place in
my country. Almost everyone travels by motorbike. The reason why a motorbike is so popular is due to
their reasonable price and convenience. They also extremely varied in terms of size, color and quality,
thus a wide variety of choices is available for everyone.

● All over the place: ở khắp mọi nơi

● A wide variety of: sự đa dạng

2. How much time do you spend traveling on a normal day?

I have to commute from my home to my workplace on a daily basis. It normally takes me 30 minutes to
travel back and forth.

● On a daily basis: hàng ngày

● Back and forth: qua lại

3. Would you ride bikes to work in the future?

Absolutely not. You expose yourself to erratic weather and air pollution when you ride a bike. The
main thoroughfares or the highway, where vehicles, motorcycles, and buses will be traveling at a fast
rate of speed, are worse, I’m afraid. Therefore, I’d like to ride a motorcycle or take the bus.

● Expose yourself to (v): khiến cho bản thân dính dáng tới
 ● Erratic weather: thời tiết thất thường
● Thoroughfare /ˈθʌrəfeə(r)/ (n): đại lộ

4. What will become the most popular means of transport in your country?

Buses, in my opinion, will take the lead. Without much concern for the cost of the ticket or the
inclement weather outside, you can travel the distance. Additionally, modern buses now provide
superior amenities including good air conditioning systems and comfy seats for the elderly.

● Take the lead (v): dẫn đầu

● Inclement /ɪnˈklemənt/ (adj): khắc nghiệt
● Travel the distance: đi xa
● Superior amenities (n): dịch vụ tiện nghi cao cấp
● Comfy seats (n): chỗ ngồi thoải mái

5. Do you prefer public transport or private transport?

I believe I’d choose public transportation. It is far less expensive, and because it can hold a lot of people,
it lessens the severity of traffic congestion during peak hours and lowers greenhouse gas emissions
from moving automobiles. The price of gasoline, fees, and other costs are higher when using private
transportation.

● Severity /sɪˈverəti/ (n): mức độ nghiêm trọng

● Traffic congestion (n): ùn tắc giao thông
● Peak hours (n): giờ cao điểm

6. What are the differences about transportation in your country between the past and now?

Over the past few years, transportation in my nation has undergone substantial development. Due to
two conflicts in the past, people virtually exclusively used motorbikes and bicycles for mobility.
However, economic growth has led to a huge increase in car ownership in Vietnam today. I believe that
most individuals will utilize vehicles daily in the future.

● Undergone substantial development: trải qua sự phát triển đáng kể

● Mobility /məʊˈbɪləti/ (n): tính cơ động