PART 1

1. Science

1. Do/did you enjoy science lessons at school? (Why/Why not?)

2. What is the science subject you are most interested in? (Why?)

3. Is it easy for you to learn science subjects? (Why/Why not?)

4. Do you watch science programmes on TV? (Why/Why not?)

5. Are science museums popular in…./your country? (Why/Why not?)

2. History

1. Do you like history as a subject in your school? Why?

2. When was the last time you read a book about history?

3. Have you visited any history museums?

4. Do you like watching documentaries/movies related to history?

5. What historical event do you find most interesting?

6. Do you think history is important?

7. Do you like to watch programs on TV about history?

8. Do you think the internet is a good place to learn about history?

3. Public Transport

1. Do you often travel on public transport? (Why/Why not?)

2. Did you use public transport when you were a child? (Why/Why not?)

3. Do many people use public transport in…/your country? (Why/Why not?)

4. Will you use public transport more in the future? (Why/ Why not?)

4. Happy things

1. Is there anything that has made you feel happy lately?

2. What made you happy when you were little?

3. What hobbies or activities make you feel happy now?

4. Do you think people are happy when buying new things?

5. Staying up late

1. Do you often stay up late at night? (Why/Why not?)

2. Did you stay up late more often when you were younger? (Why/Why not?)

3. What do you generally do when you stay up late? (Why/Why not?)

4. How do you feel the day after you have stayed up late? (Why?)

6. Internet

1. When did you start using the internet?

2. How often will you use the internet?

3. Do you use the internet much during the day?

4. How does the internet influence people?

5. What would you do without the internet?

7. Schools

1. Do you like your school?

2. Do you think it is a good place to study? Why?

3. What changes do you want to make in your school?

8. Feeling bored

1. Do you often feel bored?

2. When would you feel bored?

3. What do you do when you feel bored?

4. Do you think childhood is boring or adulthood is boring?

9. Singing

1. Do you like singing? Why?

2. Have you ever learned how to sing?

3. Who do you want to sing for?

4. Do you think singing can bring happiness to people?

10. Cakes

1. Do you like to eat cakes or other sweet foods?

2. Did you like to eat cakes as a child?

3. Can you make cakes?

4. Are there any traditional Vietnamese cakes?

5. Do you like to have some desserts after meals?

     PART 2 & 3 

1. Describe something you own that you want to replace

You should say:
What it is
Where it is
How you got it
And explain why you want to replace it

Part 3: 

1. What are other things that you want to replace?
2. What kinds of things do young people like to replace?
3. Do old people in VietNam like to collect and store things?
4. Who do you think will want new things, children or old people?
5. What’s the difference between new things and old things?

2. Describe a person who often buys at the street market at a cheaper price

You should say:
Who this person is
What this person likes to buy
Where this person likes to buy things
And explain why this person likes cheap goods

Part 3 :

1. What are the differences between shopping in a shopping mall and a street market?
2. Which is more commonly visited in VietNam, shopping malls or street markets?
3. Is advertising important?
4. What are the disadvantages of shopping in a street market?
5. How do you buy cheap products?
6. Do you think things are more expensive in big shopping malls?

3. Describe a historical building you have been to

You should say:
Where it is
What it looks like
What it is used for now
What you learned there
And explain how you felt about this historical building

Part 3 :

1. Should everyone know history?
2. Why do people visit historical buildings?
3. Do Vietnamese people like to visit historical buildings?
4. Do most people agree with the government’s funding to protect historical buildings?
5. Is it necessary to protect historical buildings?

4. Describe a natural talent you want to improve like sports, music, etc

You should say:
What is it?
When did you discover it?
How do you want to improve it?
And how do you feel about it?

Part 3:

1. Do you think it is more interesting to watch famous people or ordinary people’s shows?
2. Why do people like to watch talent shows?
3. Is it possible for us to know that children who are 3 or 4 years old will become musicians
or painters when they grow up?
4. Do you think artists with talents should focus on their talents?
5. Do you think parents feel guilty for putting too much pressure on their children?

5. Describe your favourite place in your house where you can relax

You should say:
Where it is
What it is like
What you enjoy doing there
And explain why you feel favourite this place

Part 3:

1. Why is it difficult for some people to relax?
2. What are the benefits of doing exercise?
3. Do people in your country exercise after work?
4. What is the place where people spend most of their time in their homes?

6. Describe an interesting old person you have met

You should say:
Who this person is
When/where you met this person
What you did with this person
And explain why you think this person is interesting

Part 3 :

1. Do you think old people and young people can share interests?
2. What can old people teach young people?
3. Is it easy for young people and old people to make friends with each other?
4. Are there benefits when one person is interested in another person? Why?
5. Do you think people are more selfish or self-centred now than in the past?
6. What benefits can people get if they are self-centred?

7. Describe a historical period/moment you would like to learn more about

You should say:
When it was
What you are interested in
What you have known
And explain why you would like to know more

Part 3:

1. How were you taught history when you were at school?
2. In what ways can children learn history?
3. Is it hard to protect and preserve historic buildings?
4. Who should pay for the preservation of historic buildings?
5. Will museums be replaced by technology someday?

8. Describe a natural place (e.g. park, mountain)

You should say:
Where this place is
How you knew this place
What it is like
And explain why you like to visit it

Part 3 :

1. What kind of people like to visit natural places?
2. What are the differences between a natural place and a city?
3. Do you think that going to the park is the only way to get close to nature?
4. Do you know any wild animals in the city?
5. Do you think it is a good idea to let animals stay in local parks for people to visit?

9. Describe a place where you thought things were too expensive

You should say:
What the place is like
Why you went there
Why things are expensive there
And explain how you feel about the place

Part 3 :

1. Why do some people still use cash?
2. Will the payment be paperless in the future?
3. What do you think of the view that time is as important as money?
4. Is it more important to choose a job with a high salary or with more time off?
5. How important is it to have a variety of payment options?
6. Why are things more expensive in some places than in others?

10. Describe a famous person who you think will be a role model for young people

You should say:
Who this person is
How you knew him/her
And explain why this person became your role model.

Part 3 :

1. What are the required qualities of a role model?
2. Are there famous people who are your role models in the sports field?
3. Is a role model important for children?
4. Is there any difference between today’s famous people and the original famous people ?
5. What kind of people can become famous people in your country?
6. Do you think celebrities and social media influencers have a great impact on young
people?