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FORECAST IELTS SPEAKING QUÝ 3 2024 

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I. SPEAKING PART 1

1. Where you live now

Let’s talk about where you live now

• Which town or city do you live in now?
• Are there any things you don’t like about your area? (What are they?)
• Do you think you will continue to live there for a long time? (Why? Why not?)
• What are some changes in the area recently?
• Do you live in a house or an apartment?
• What is your favourite room in your home? (Why?)
• What things make your home pleasant to live in? (Why?)
• Are the people in your neighbourhood nice and friendly?
• Do you know any of your neighbours?
• Is the place where you live quiet or noisy?
• What are some changes in the area recently?
• Do you know any famous people in your area?

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2. Work/ Study

Let’s talk about what you do. Do you work or are you a student?

(Work)

• What kind of work do you do?
• What do you find most interesting about your work? (Why?)
• Which is more important to you – the people you work with or the work you do? (Why?)
• Do you work best in the morning or the afternoon? (Why?)
• Would you like to change the place you work? (Why?)
• Do you prefer to work at home or in the workplace ( Why?)

(Study)

• What is your favourite place to study?
• Do you prefer to study at home or in the library? ( Why?)
• What part of your school do you like the most?
• What do you find most interesting about your studies? (Why?)
• Which is more important to you—the teachers or the other students on your course? (Why?)
• How much time do you spend studying every week?
• How do you usually travel to the city where you study?
• Do you study best in the morning or the afternoon? (Why?)
• Have you always wanted to study this subject/ these subjects (Why/ Why not?)

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3. Home and accomodation

• What colour would you choose to paint the walls of your room?
• What colour would you never use in your home?
• Can you describe the place where you live?
• What kind of housing accommodation do you live in?
• What do you like about your flat?
• Which room does your family spend most of the time in?
• What can you see from the windows where you live?
• Do you prefer living in a house or a flat?
• What would you like to change in your flat?
• What do you dislike about your flat?
• What kinds of accommodation do you live in?
• Do you plan to live there for a long time?
• Can you describe the place where you live?
• Do you prefer living in a house or an apartment?
• Please describe the room you live in.
• Are the transport facilities to your home very good?
• What's your favorite room in your apartment or house?
• What makes you feel pleasant in your home?
• How long have you lived there?
• Do you think it is important to live in a comfortable environment?

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4. Hometown

• Has your hometown changed much these years?
• Is that a big city or a small place?
• How long have you been living here?
• For you, what benefits are there living in a big city?
• Is there anything you dislike about it?
• What do you like most about your hometown?
• Where in your country do you live?
• Do you think you will continue living there for a long time?
• Please describe your hometown a little.
• What's your hometown famous for?
• Did you learn about the history of your hometown at school?
• Are there many young people in your hometown?
• Is your hometown a good place for young
• people to pursue their careers?

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5. Riding a Bicycle/ Bikes

• Do you like riding a bicycle?
• How often do you ride bicycles?
• Is it difficult to learn to ride a bicycle?
• Is it popular to ride bicycles in your country?
• When was the last time you used your bicycle?
• Do you think a bicycle is very convenient for people to use?
• Will you teach your children to ride a bicycle?

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6. Talking with others

• Do you like to talk to others?
• Did you like to talk to others when you were a child?
• Do you talk a lot to others?
• What topics do you usually enjoy discussing with others?

7. Weekends

• Do you make plans for your weekends?
• What did you do last weekend?
• What do you usually do on weekends? Do you study or work?
• Do you like weekends?
• What do you like to do in your free time?
• What kinds of activities do you often do in your spare time?

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8. Happy things

• Do you think people are happy when buying new things?
• Do you feel happy when buying new things?
• When do you feel happy at work? Why?
• What do you think will make you feel happy in the future?
• What made you happy when you were little?
• Is there anything that has made you feel happy lately?

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9. T-shirt

• Would you buy T-shirts as souvenirs on vacation?
• Do you think older people who wear T-shirts are fashionable?
• Do you like T-shirts with pictures or prints?
• How often do you wear T-shirts?
• Do you like wearing T-shirts?

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10. Daily routine

• What part of your day do you like best?
• Do you think it is important to have a daily routine for your study?
• Have you ever changed your routine?
• What is your daily study routine?

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11. Laughter/ Making people laugh

• Do you like watching movies that make you laugh?
• Do you find it easy to make others laugh?
• Do you think it’s a good thing if you always make others laugh?
• When was the last time you laughed?
• When was the last time you laughed?
• Do you always laugh at funny things?
• Are you a person who often makes others laugh?
• Do you think you are a funny person?

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12. Coins

• Do you often carry coins with you?
• Have you ever collected coins?
• Do you think it’s convenient to use coins?
• Did you use coins as a child?
• Do you think coins will still be used in the future?

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13. Streets and Roads

• Are the roads and streets in the area where you live busy?
• How do people cross the road in the city where you live?
• How is the condition of the roads in your city?
• Do you think the roads in your city need improvement?
• How do people cross the road in the city where you live?

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14. Fish and Fishing

• Do you like fish or fishing?
• Is fishing popular in your country?
• Did you like eating fish when you were a child?
• Did you ever go fishing when you were a child?
• Have you ever been to a place where there are lots of fish around you?
• Have you watched the TV program about fish?

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15. Teachers

• Do you have a favourite teacher?
• How has she/he helped you?
• Do you want to be a teacher in the future?
• Who was your favourite teacher in elementary school ? Why?
• Do you have a teacher from your past that you still remember?
• Are you still in touch with your primary school teachers?
• In what way has your favourite teacher helped you?

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16. Beautiful Views/ Good views

• What is your favourite place? Why?
• Would you take photos when you see a good view?
• Have you seen an unforgettable and beautiful view or scenery?
• Where can you enjoy beautiful views in where you live?
• What ‘s the best view that you have ever enjoyed?
• Do you take photos of good views?
• Do you book rooms that have good views when you go travelling?

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17. Relax

• What would you do to relax?
• Do you think doing sports is a good way to relax?
• Do people like to listen to music to relax?
• Do you think students need more relaxing time?

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18. Perfume

• Do you like perfume?
• What kind of perfume do you like?
• Would you buy perfume as a gift?
• Do you think it is expensive?
• Do you spend a lot of money on buying perfume?
• Where do you spray perfume?

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19. Make friends

• Do you like making friends? ( Why/ Why not?)
• How often do you meet new people? ( Why/ Why not?)
• Have you made any new friends recently?
• Who is your latest new friend?
• Do your friends think you are calm?
• When you meet someone for the first time, do you know if you like them?( Why/ Why not?)
• What do you often talk about with your new friends?
• Did you make a lot of friends when you were a child?
• Would you invite friends to your home?
• Do you prefer to spend time with one friend or with a group of friends?
• Do you have a friend you have known for a long time?
• What do you usually do with your friends?
• Where do you often meet each other?
• Do you often go out with your friends?
• How important are friends to you?

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20. Teamwork

• Do you like teamwork?
• What do you dislike about teamwork?
• What do you learn from working in a team?
• Have you ever worked with others in a team? /Have you teamed up with someone else before?
• Have you ever worked in a group in junior high school?
• Are you currently working in a group?
• Do you prefer to work alone or in a group?

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21. Sports

• Did you do some sports when you were young?
• Where did you learn how to do it?
• What sports do you like?
• Do you know any schoolmates who are good at sports?
• Should schools encourage young students to take more physical exercise?
• Do you think it is important for people to exercise?
• Do you know any people who are good at sports?
• Do you think students need more exercise?
• Do you like to watch live sports games?
• Do you like watching sports programs on TV?
• What kinds of games do you expect to watch in the future?
• Who do you like to watch sports games with?

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22. Taking Photos

• Do you like taking photos?
• Do you like taking selfies?
• What is your favourite family photo?
• Do you want to improve your photography skills?
• Where do you like to go to take photos?

23. Childhood memory

• Who did you like to play with as a child?
• Where did you go to play as a child?
• Do you think it is better for children to grow up in the city or in the countryside?
• What are your best childhood memories?
• Did you enjoy your childhood?
• What did you enjoy doing as a child?

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24. E-books and paper books

• Do you think paper books will disappear in the future?
• Will you read more online in the future?
• What do you usually read online?
• Which do you prefer, e-books or paper books?

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25. Social media

• What do people often do on social media?
• Do your friends use social media?
• Do you think you spend too much time on social media?
• When did you start using social media?

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26. Mobile phone

• Do you remember your first mobile phone?
• Do you often use your mobile phone for texting or making phone calls?
• How has your mobile phone changed your life?
• Will you buy a new one in the future?
• How often do you use your mobile phone?
• Can you describe your mobile phone?

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27. Numbers

• What numbers do you like?
• Are you good at maths?
• Do you usually use numbers?
• What numbers are important to you?
• Are you good at remembering telephone numbers?
• Do you need to use numbers in the future?

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28. Sharing things

• Do you think kids like to share?
• What kind of things are not suitable for sharing?
• Do you have anything to share with others recently?
• What kind of things do you like to share with others?
• Did your parents teach you to share when you were a child?

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29. Staying at home

• What do you like to do at home?
• How much time do you spend at home?
• Do you often stay at home? Why?
• Which do you prefer, staying at home or going outside?
• Would you like to stay at home a lot in the future?
• Are you a person who likes to stay at home?

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30. Exciting activities

• Have you ever tried any exciting activities?
• What do you think were exciting activities when you were a child?
• Has anything exciting happened to you recently?
• Would you like to try scuba diving and bungee jumping?

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31. Morning routines and breakfast

• Do you like to get up early?
• What do you do right after getting up in the morning?
• When did you get up in the morning when you were a kid?
• What is your morning routine?
• Do you like the morning or the evening?
• Would you like to change your morning routine?
• Are there any differences between the mornings of your childhood and now?
• Do you think breakfast is important?
• What do you usually eat for breakfast?

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32. Pens and pencils

• When was the last time you bought a pen or a pencil?
• Do you usually use a pen or a pencil?
• Do you prefer to write with a pen or with a pencil now?
• What would you think if someone gave you a pen or a pencil as a gift?
• Which do you use more often? Pen or pencil?

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33. Plants

• Do Vietnamese people send plants as gifts?
• Do you know anything about growing a plant?
• What plant did you grow when you were young?
• Do you keep plants at home?

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34. News

• Are you interested in news?
• How often do you read news?
• Do you read news in newspapers or on the Internet?
• How do you find news?
• Do you discuss news with your friends?
• Do you often talk with your friends about the news?

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35. Science

• Do you like science?
• Did you like science classes when you were young?
• Do you think science is important to our society?
• Do you enjoy science lessons at school?
• Would you like to know more about science?

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36. Library

• Did you go to a library when you were a kid?
• Do you often go to the library?
• Do Vietnamese kids often go to the library？
• What do you usually do in the library？

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37. Art

• Do you like modern art or traditional art?
• Do you like art?
• Have you ever visited an art gallery?
• Do you like drawing?
• Do you want to learn more about art?
• Did you learn drawing when you were a kid?
• Do you like to go to the gallery?

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38. Music

• Do you like music? (Why / Why not?)
• What kind of music is there in VietNam?
• What type of music do you like to listen to when you are alone? Why?
• How do you think music will appear in the future?
• Do you think older and younger generations prefer different types of music?
• Is there any music concert that you want to go to?

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39. Films/ Movies

• Do you like to watch films?
• Do you like to watch movies alone or with your friends?
• Do you like to go to the cinema with your friends?
• Do you prefer foreign films or films made in your country?
• Did you ever go to the cinema alone as a child?
• Did you often watch films when you were a child?
• What films do you like?
• Which is more popular in your country, going to the cinema or watching movies at home?
• Did you go to the cinema a lot when you were a child?

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40. Languages

• How are languages taught and learned in your school?
• How do you learn a foreign language?
• What languages would you like to learn in the future?
• What languages can you speak?
• What kinds of difficulties would you have if you want to learn a new language?

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41. Holidays

• Can you describe your perfect holiday?
• Which do you prefer, to spend time on a beach or have excursions in a city?
• What was the best holiday in your life?
• Do you prefer a leisurely or a busy holiday?
• Do you like to spend your day at home?
• What do you do on holidays?
• Which public holiday do you like best?
• Do you like holidays? Why?
• Where did you go for your last holiday?

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42. Challenge

• What subject do you think is the most challenging at school?
• Do you like to challenge yourself?
• Do you like to live a life that has a lot of challenges?
• How do you usually deal with challenges in daily life?

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43. Internet

• What would you do without the internet?
• Do you think you spend too much time online?
• How does the internet influence people?
• How often do you go online?
• When did you start using the internet?

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44. Flowers

• Do you like flowers?
• What’s your favorite type of flower?
• Do you think flowers are important in your culture?
• Do people in your country often give flowers as gifts?
• Have you ever grown flowers?

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45.  Pets and Animals

• What’s your favourite animal?
• Where do you prefer to keep your pet, indoors or outdoors?
• Did you have any pets when you were a child?
• What is the most popular animal in Vietnam?

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46. Dreams

• What was your dream when you were a child?
• Do you remember your dreams when you wake up?
• Do you think dreams will affect life?
• Do you think dreams have special meanings?
• Are you the kind of person who sticks to dreams?
• Do you like hearing other people's dreams?
• Do you share your dreams with others?
• Do you want to learn more about dreams?

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47. Felling bored

• Do you think school is boring?
• What things are boring to you?
• What do you do when you feel bored?
• Do you ever get bored?
• Do you feel more bored than when you were young?

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48. Talents

• Do you have a talent or something you are good at?
• Was it mastered recently or when you were young?
• Do you think your talent can be useful for your future work? Why?
• Do you think anyone in your family has the same talent?

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49. Old buildings

• Do you prefer living in an old building or a modern house?
• Are there any old buildings you want to see in the future?
• Should old buildings be preserved?
• What aspect of culture do old buildings reflect?
• How do old buildings affect the appearance of a place?

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50. Swimming

• Do you like swimming?
• Is it difficult to learn how to swim?
• Where do people in your country like to go swimming?
• What's the difference between swimming in the pool and swimming in the sea?

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51. Advertisement

• What kind of advertising do you like?
• Do you like advertisements?
• Do you see a lot of advertising on trains or other transport?
• Is there an advertisement that made an impression on you when you were a child?

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52. Evening time

• Do you like the morning or evening?
• What do you usually do in the evening？
• What did you do in the evening when you were little? Why?
• Are there any differences between what you do in the evening now and what you did in the past?
• Do you spend your evenings doing the same things on both weekends and weekdays? Why?

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53. Computers or Tablets

• When was the first time you used a computer? /Can you remember when you first started using a computer or tablet?
• In what conditions would you use a computer?
• In what conditions would it be difficult for you to use a computer?
• Do you sometimes find computers or tablets difficult to use?
• What would your life be like without computers?/ How would your life be different if there were no computers?
• What do you most often use a computer or a tablet for?

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54. Cars

• What types of cars do you like?
• Did you enjoy traveling by car when you were a kid?
• Do you prefer to be a driver or a passenger?
• What do you usually do when there is a traffic jam?

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55. Lost and found

• Have you ever lost things?
• Will you post on social media if you lose your item?
• Do you report to the police when finding something lost by others? Why?
• What will you do if you find something lost by others?

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56. Website

• What is your favourite website?
• What kinds of websites do you often visit?
• What kinds of websites are popular in your country?
• Are there any changes to the websites you often visit?

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57. Street market

• Are there many street markets in Vietnam?
• When was the last time you went to a street market?
• Do you prefer to go shopping in the shopping mall or on the street market?
• What do people usually buy on the street market？

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58. Emails

• Do you often send emails?
• Is sending emails popular in Vietnam?
• When would you send emails to others?
• Do you think sending emails will be more or less popular in the future?

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59. Mirrors

• Have you ever bought mirrors?
• Do you usually take a mirror with you？
• Do you like looking at yourself in the mirror? How often?
• Would you use mirrors to decorate your room?

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60. Dentist

• How often do you go to the dentist?
• Are you afraid of going to the dentist?
• Do you think it’s important to visit the dentist regularly?
• At what age should children start going to the dentist?

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61. Books and reading habits

• Which do you prefer, reading books or watching movies?
• Have you ever read a novel that has been adapted into a film?
• Are your reading habits now different than before?
• Do you often read books? When?
• Do you read more or less now than when you were younger?

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62. Sitting down

• When you were a kid, did you usually sit on the floor?
• Do you feel sleepy when you are sitting down?
• Do you always sit down for a long time?
• Where is your favorite place to sit? 

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63. Collecting things

• Do you collect things?
• Where do you usually keep things you need?
• Would you keep old things for a long time? Why?
• Are there any things you have kept from your childhood?

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64. Watch

• Do you wear a watch?
• Have you ever got a watch as a gift?
• Do you think it is important to wear a watch? Why?
• Why do some people wear expensive watches?

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65. Wild animals

• Are there wild animals in your country?
• Have you ever been to a zoo or a safari park?
• What is the animal you would like to see in the wild?
• Are there TV programs about wild animals in your country?

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66. Time management

• Do you like being busy?
• When do you find it hard to allocate time?
• Is it easy to manage time for you?
• How do you plan your time in a day?

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67. Meeting places

• Where is your favorite place to meet your friends?
• Do you think there are some places more suitable for meeting with others?
• Are there any differences between your favorite meeting places in the present and in your childhood?
• Why are some meeting places better than others?

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II. SPEAKING PART 2

1. People

1.1. Describe a person who always has strong opinions

You should say:

• Who this person is
• How you knew him/her
• Why you think he/she is an opinionated person
• And explain how you feel about him/her

Part 3:

• What aspects do young people have strong opinions about?
• What aspects do old people have strong opinions about?
• Do you think parents should educate their children to have strong opinions?

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1.2. Describe a person who likes to read a lot

You should say:

• Who he/she ís
• How you knew he/she
• What does he/she read
• And explain why you think he/she likes to read a lot

Part 3:

• Do you like reading?
• Is reading important for teenagers?
• Do you think parents should help their children develop the reading habit from an early age?
• What content do people prefer to spend time watching?
• Do people spend more time watching entertainment or learning content?

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1.3. Describe a person who is good at making things by hand ( toys, furniture, …)

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What he/she makes
• How do you feel
• And explain why that person is good at making things by hand

Part 3:

• Do you think handmade is a good thing?
• Do you think children like making things by hand?
• Is traditional craftsmanship important to the country’s industry?
• What kinds of handmade things did you make as a child?
• What can handmade products bring to tourist attractions?

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1.4. Describe a person who has chosen a career in the medical field (e.g. a doctor, a nurse)

You should say

• Who the person is
• What profession they chose
• Why they decided to work in this field.
• And explain how you feel about their choice

Part 3:

• Why do some people choose to work in the medical field?
• How does working in a medical-related profession impact a person's life?
• Do you think medical professionals are valued in society?
• In your opinion, which profession is more important: doctors or nurses?
• How can technology influence medical-related professions in the future?
• What qualities are essential for someone to succeed in a medical profession?

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1.5. Describe a person who other people often asked advice for

You should say:

• Who this person was
• Why you asked for the advice
• What the advice was
• And explain how you felt about the advice

Part 3:

• Who should people ask for advice on big issues, family members or friends?
• What kind of advice do people need the most?
• What kind of person is better at giving advice?

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1.6. Describe a person who encouraged you to achieve your goal

You should say:

• Who the person is
• How he/she encouraged you
• What goal you achieved
• And explain how you feel about this person

Part 3:

• Do you think children are more likely to achieve their goals if they are encouraged?
• What should parents do if their children don't want to study?
• Who do you think should set goals for children?
• Who plays a more important role in children's education, parents or teachers?
• Is money the only motivation for people to work hard?
• Which is more important, competition or cooperation?

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1.7. Describe someone you know who made a good decision recently

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• When he/she made the decision
• What decision he/she made
• Why it was a good decision
• And explain how you felt about the decision

Part 3:

• How should parents help their children make decisions?
• Should parents interfere in children's decision-making?
• Why do most children find it difficult to make decisions?
• At what age do you think children can be allowed to make decisions by themselves?
• Do you think parents are the best people to make decisions about their children's education?
• Should parents make decisions for their children?

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1.8. Describe an old person who has had an interesting life

You should say:

• Who this person is
• Where he/she lives in
• What he/she has done in his/her life
• And explain how you feel about this person

Part 3

• What do you think people like to do when they are old?
• Do you think grandparents can always have a good relationship with their grandchildren?
• What can grandparents and grandchildren learn from each other?

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1.9. Describe a person has ability to buy things at lower prices/ A person you know who is skillful at buying things for very low prices

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 in 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

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1.10. Describe someone (a famous person) that is a role model for young people

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• How you knew him/her
• What he/she has done
• And explain why he/she can be a role model for young people

Part 3:

• What kinds of people are likely to be the role models for teenagers?
• ls it important for children to have a role model?
• Are there any differences between today's famous people and those of the past?
• What qualities do famous people have?
• What kinds of people are likely to become famous!
• Do people tend to choose the best people as their role model?

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1.11. Describe a person who thinks music is important and enjoys music

You should say:

• Who this person is
• How you knew him/her
• What music he/she likes
• Why he/she thinks music is important
• And explain how you feel about him/her

Follow up question: Do your parent know this person?

Part 3:

• 1. What do you think about playing music for children in class?
• 2. Why do many teachers incorporate music into the classroom?
• 3. Do you think there are any advantages to a shop with music playing?
• 4. Would people's shopping behaviour be affected in a shop with music? How?
• 5. What do you think would be the effect of background music in a film?
• 6. Do you think very few people notice background music? Why?

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1.12. Describe an old friend you have lost touch with and got in touch with again

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• How you knew each other
• Why you lost contact
• How you got in contact again
• And explain how you felt after getting in contact again

Part 3

• Is it better to have a lot of friends than just a few friends?
• Would having just a few friends limit your horizons?
• Do you think you are good at maintaining good relationships with others?
• Why do old friends lose touch with each other?
• Why do people need to make new friends?
• Why do we have to give up some old friends?

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1.13. Describe a person you know who does a job which is useful to society

You should say:

• who this person is how you knew him/her
• what type of work he/she does
• and explain why you think he/she contributes to the society

Part 3:

• What jobs are well-paid?
• What are the changes in working conditions?
• Do you think younger people should be lower paid than older people?
• What are the impacts of the epidemic on the work environment?

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1.14. Describe a family member who you want to work with in the future

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• Whether you worked together before
• What kind of work you would like to do with him/her and explain how you feel about this family member

Part 3:

• What kinds of family businesses are common in Vietnam?
• Is it good to work with family members? Why?
• What benefits are there when working for big companies?
• Why do people want to have a family business?

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1.15. Describe a friend you like to talk with

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• What you like to talk about
• Why you like to talk with him/her
• And explain how you feel about him/her

Part 3:

• Where do young people like to meet?
• What do young people talk about when they meet up?
• On what occasions do people talk with strangers?
• Do you think people should be honest when talking with friends?

1.16. Describe a popular/well-known person in your country

You should say:

• Who this person is
• What he/she has done
• Why he/she is popular
• And explain how you feel about this person

Part 3:

• What benefits are there when a child is popular at school?
• Which one is more important, maintaining a good relationship with colleagues or doing well at work?
• Are bosses more popular than employees at work?
• What kinds of people are popular at work?

1.17. Describe an interesting neighbor/ Describe a neighbor who has an interesting life

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• How you knew him/her
• What you do together
• And explain why he/she is interesting

Part 3:

• Do you think people are familiar with their neighbors?
• Is it beneficial to get along well with neighbors?
• How do children build relationships with others in a community?
• How can people improve the relationship with neighbors in a community?

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1.18. Describe a person who you follow on social media

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• How you knew him/her
• What he/she posts on social media
• And explain why you follow him/her on social media

Part 3:

• What can people do on social media?
• Do older people spend much time on social media?
• Are non-social media like television and newspapers still useful?
• Do older people and younger people use the same kinds of social media apps?

1.19. Describe a person you only met once and want to know more about

You should say:

• Who he/she is
• When you met him/her
• Why do you want to know more about him/her
• And explain how you feel about him/her

Part 3:

• Where do you think is the right place to meet on a first date?
• Do you find making friends at school different from other friends?
• What are the characteristics of a good friend?
• What are the characteristics of a bad friend?
• Why are classmates sometimes not real friendships?

2. Object

2.1. Describe the most expensive item you have ever bought

You should say:

• When and Where you bought it
• What it was
• What you used it for
• And explain how you liked it

Part 3:

• Do people spend too much time shopping these days? Why?
• Do you think expensive things are worth their prices?
• Do you think women enjoy buying expensive things more than men?

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2.2. Describe a movie you watched recently

You should say:

• When and where you watched it
• Who you watched it with
• What it was about
• And explain why you chose to watch this movie

Part 3

• What kinds of movies do you think are successful in your country?
• Do Vietnamese people prefer to watch domestic movies or foreign movies?
• Do you think only well-known directors can create the best movies?
• Why do many movies starred by famous actors or actresses fail to achieve good results?
• Why do people prefer to watch movies in the cinema?

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2.3. Describe an online video where you learned something new

You should say:

• When and Where you watched it
• What it was
• Why you watched it
• And explain what you have learned from it

Part 3:

• What kinds of videos are most popular in your country?
• Are there many people who watch online videos a lot?
• Do you think people spend too much time on watching short videos? Why?
• Why are so many young people obsessed with short videos?
• What are the advantages of online learning?
• Do you think online learning will replace face-to-face learning?

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2.4. 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 : 

• What are other things that you want to replace?
• What kinds of things do young people like to replace?
• Do old people in VietNam like to collect and store things?
• Who do you think will want new things, children or old people?
• What's the difference between new things and old things?

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2.5. Describe a photo that is special to you.

You should say:

• When and where it was taken
• Who are in the photo
• Why it is special to you
• And explain whether you will keep it for a long time

Part 3:

• Who would take photos more often, young people or older people?
• What do young people and old people like to take photos of?
• Why do some people pay a ton of money to hire professional photographers to take photos at some special occasions, such as weddings?

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Describe a picture/photograph of you that you like

You should say:

• Where it was taken/drawn
• When it was taken/drawn
• Who took/drew it
• And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Why do people take photos?
• What do people use to take photos these days cameras or phones?
• ls it difficult for people to learn how to take good photos?
• How do people keep their photos?

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2.6. Describe a gift you have received that was important to you/Describe a time when someone gave you something that you really wanted

You should say:

• Who gave it to you and for what occasion
• What it looks like
• How you use it
• And explain why it is important to you.

Part 3:

• Why do we usually give gifts to children to praise their studies, but not to children for sports awards?
• In what situations do you think it is good or bad to give gifts to children?
• Do you think shopping is good for a country's economy?
• Why do people like shopping more now than in the past?
• How should children spend their allowance money?
• What kinds of gifts do young people like to receive as rewards?
• How should bosses reward employees?
• Should employees have their own goals?

 Sample answers

Describe a gift you have received that was important to you

Describe a time when someone gave you something that you really wanted

2.7. Describe an invention that is useful in your daily life

You should say:

• What the invention is
• What it can do
• How popular it is
• Whether it is difficult or easy to use
• And explain why it is useful

Part 3:

• What qualities do inventors have?
• Do you think only scientists can invent new things?
• Who should support and sponsor inventors, governments, or private companies?
• Do all inventions bring benefits to our world?
• Are there any other inventions that make the world better?
• What inventions do you think should be improved?

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2.8. Describe a traditional product in your country

You should say:

• What it is
• When you tried this product for the first time
• What it is made of
• And explain how you feel about it

Part 3:

• Why are traditional products important?
• Do you think traditions are important for a country? Why?
• Why is it important for children to learn about traditional products?
• What are some traditional Vietnamese products?

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2.9. Describe something that you can’t live without (not a computer/phone)

You should say:

• What it is
• What you do with it
• How it helps you in your life
• And explain why you can’t live without it

Part 3:

• Why are children attracted to new things (such as electronics)?
• What do you think influences people to buy new things?
• Is the way people buy things affected? How?
• Why do some grown-ups hate to throw out old things (such as clothes)?

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2.10. Describe a special cake you received from others

You should say:

• When it happened
• Where it happened
• Who you got the cake from
• And explain why it’s a special cake

Part 3:

• Do you think it’s good to communicate when eating with your family?
• What are the differences between special food in Vietnam and other countries?
• Why are some people willing to spend a lot of money on meals on special days?
• Is there any food in your country that is eaten at special times or on special occasions?

Sample answers

2.11.  Describe an item of clothing that someone gave you

You should say:

• What the clothing was
• Who gave it to you
• When you got it
• And explain why this person gave you the clothing

Part 3:

• Have you ever given clothes to others?
• Why do people from different countries wear different clothing?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of wearing uniforms at work and school?
• Why do people dress casually in everyday life but dress formally at work?

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2.12. Describe a toy you liked in your childhood

You should say:

• What kind of toy it is
• When you received it
• How you played it
• And how you felt about it

Part 3:

• How do advertisements influence children?
• Should advertising aimed at kids be prohibited?
• Do you think parents should buy more toys for their kids or spend more time with them?
• What's the difference between the toys kids play now and those they played in the past?

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2.13. Describe something that was broken in your home and then repaired

You should say:

• What it is
• How it was broken
• How you got it repaired
• And how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Are IT-related jobs valued more by society?
• Is the quality of products worse than before?
• What kinds of things do people like to repair by themselves?
• Why do people like to get their mobile phones repaired in specialized stores?

2.14. Describe a gift you would like to buy for your friend

You should say:

• What gift you would like to buy?
• Who you would like to give it to?
• Why you would like to buy a gift for him/her?
• And explain why you choose that gift?

Part 3:

• When do people send gifts to others?
• Why do people like to receive gifts?
• Will people feel happy when receiving an expensive gift?

3. Place

3.1. Describe a room you have been to in someone else's house

You should say:

• Whose room it is
• When you went there
• How you felt about it
• And explain why you have been to that person’s room

Part 3:

• Will you go to someone else’s house during the spring festival? Why?
• Why do people invite others to their house?
• Do young people or old people prefer to stay at home?
• Do you think old people will be able to keep up with the pace of technology in 50 years?

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3.2. Describe a place in your hometown/city that is different from other places and you would like to take your parents/friends

You should say

• What the place is
• Where it is
• When you would like to visit there
• And explain why you would like to take your parents or friends there

Part 3:

• Where do people from your hometown usually like to go?
• What are the differences between the places that young people and old people go?
• What are the differences between big cities and small cities?

Sample answers

3.3. Describe an ideal and perfect place where you would like to stay, e.g. a house or an apartment/ Describe the ideal home( e.g.house or apartment) that you would like to live in

You should say:

• Where it would be
• What it would look like
• What special features it would have
• And explain why it would be an ideal place for you

Part 3

• What are apartments like in your country?
• Why are apartments welcome in some places while not in other places?
• What would people normally consider when they rent or buy a house or an apartment?
• Do different people have different preferences for houses or apartments?
• Why do some people choose to live in the city center?
• What do you think buildings will be like in the future?

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3.4. Describe a place (city/town) that is good for people to live in

You should say:

• Where it is
• How you knew this place
• What it is like
• And explain why it is better than other places to live in

Part 3:

• How different is life in the countryside to life in the city?
• What are the major changes that have happened in your city?
• What factors will contribute to whether a place is good to live in or not?
• What are the differences between big cities and small ones?
• What has happened to towns and villages in recent years in your country?
• What are the differences between cities and towns?

Sample answers

3.5. Describe a place you would like to learn the culture there ( e.g.library, theatre, museum)/ Describe a cultural place (e.g. library, museum, theatre).

You should say:

• Where it is
• How you knew this place
• What it is like
• And explain how the place is related to culture

Part 3:

• How does the internet affect culture?
• How is a culture formed?
• What kind of culture is popular among the young?
• Are young people in VietNam interested in cultural knowledge?
• How do you think culture will be presented in the future?
• Do you think museums should be free for young people?
• Do you think we should preserve historical buildings?
• How does the internet affect culture?
• Is music or literature more important? Why?
• In what ways that government can do to preserve culture?

Sample answers

3.6. Describe a place you have been to where you can see wild animals.

You should say:

• Where the place is
• When you went there
• What animals you saw there
• And explain how you felt about this place

Hoặc:

Describe a wildlife you’ve seen before (e.g. animals, insects,..)

You should say:

• Where did you see
• What they are
• How popular the place you’ve visited is for other visitors
• And explain why do you like it

Part 3:

• Why are most children interested in wild animals?
• Should parents take their children to see wild animals?
• Are wild animals easy to spot?
• Can you often see wildlife in VietNam?
• Do you think wildlife is popular among children in VietNam?
• Are there many documentary films about wildlife in VietNam?

 Sample answers

3.7. Describe a tourist attraction that very few people visit but you think is interesting

You should say:

• What the place is
• What people can see there
• Why only very few people visit there
• And explain why you think it is interesting

Part 3:

• Should all tourist attractions be free to the public?
• How can people prevent the environmental damage caused by tourism?
• Do you think tourism causes environmental damage?
• Do local people like to visit local tourist attractions?
• What makes a tourist attraction famous?
• Why do people visit tourist attractions?

Sample answers

3.8. Describe an indoor or outdoor place where it was easy for you to study

You should say:

• Where it is 
• What it is like
• When you go there
• What you study there
• And explain why you would like to study in this place

Part 3 : 

• Do you like to learn on your own or with others?
• What's the difference between learning face-to- face with teachers and learning by yourself?
• Do you prefer to study at home or study in other places?
• What are the benefits of gaining work experience while studying?

Sample answers

3.9. Describe the place where you took photos more than once

You should say:

• What the place is
• How often you take photos there 
• What you photograph there
• And explain why you like to take photos there 

Part 3:

• Where do people often like to take photos?
• Do young people take photos more than old people? Why?
• Why do so many people spend money to take photos?
• Why do people want a professional to take their photos?
• When do people need a professional to take photos for them ? 
• Do you think being a photographer is a good job?

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3.10. Describe a place you have been to where things are 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:

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

Sample answers

3.11. Describe a crowded place you went to

You should say:

• When you went there
• Who you went there with
• Why you went there
• And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• Which cities are crowded in your country?
• Will there be more or less green space in cities in the future?
• Will people use bikes more or less in cities in the future?
• What are the places that usually have long queues?

Sample answers

3.12. Describe a natural place (e.g. park, mountain)/ A natural place that you enjoy going to

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 : 

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

Sample answers

3.13. Describe a public park or garden in your city.

You should say:

• Where it is
• When you often go there
• What you often do there
• And explain what it is like

Part 3:

• Is it necessary to have public parks in cities?
• What facilities are needed in a park?
• Do young people like to go to parks?
• What do old people like to do in parks?
• What are the benefits of going to the park for young people and old
  people?
• Why do some people like planting flowers?

Sample answers

3.14. Describe a place you visited with your friends where you had a good time

You should say:

• What the place is
• Who you went with
• When you went there
• And explain why you think it is a good time

Part 3: 

• Why do people need friends?
• How do you communicate with friends?
• Do you think most people prefer to stay alone?
• Why don't some people like to socialise?
• Can talking with people improve social skills?
• Does technology help people communicate better with others?
• How long should we spend time with others?
• What skills can people learn when spending time with others?
• People should spend more time with close friends or groups of friends?

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3.15. Describe a historical building you have been to/ you would like to learn more about

You should say:

• Where it is
• What it looks like
• What it is used for now
• What you learned there
• And how you felt about this historical building

Part 3:

• What are the differences between today's houses and those in the past?
• What factors do people often consider when buying a house or an apartment?
• Is it necessary to protect historical buildings?
• Do most people agree to the government's funding to protect historical buildings?
• Do Vietnamese people like to visit historical buildings?
• Why do people visit historical buildings?
• Is it necessary to protect historical buildings?
• Do most people agree to the government’s funding to protect historical buildings?
• Do Vietnamese people like to visit historical buildings?
• Why do people visit historical buildings?

Sample answers

3.16. Describe a noisy place you have been to.

You should say

• What it is
• When you went there
• What you did there
• And explain why you feel it’s a noisy place

Part 3:

• • Do you think it is good for children to make noise?
  • Should children not be allowed to make noise under any circumstances?
  • Which do you think makes louder noise, cities or the countryside?
  • What types of noise do you come across in daily life?
  • How do people respond to noises in your country?

Sample answers

3.17. Describe an important river/lake in your country

You should say:

• Where it is located
• How big/long it is
• What it looks like
• And explain why it is important

Part 3:

• Are rivers and lakes good for transport? Why?
• How can rivers and lakes benefit local people?
• How do rivers and lakes affect local tourism?
• Do you think rivers and lakes attract tourists?

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3.18. Describe a countryside that you have been to 

You should say: 

• Where it is 
• When and why you went there 
• Who you went there with
• And explain how you felt about it

Part 3:

• What are the differences between the city and the countryside?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in the countryside?
• What kind of people would like to stay in the countryside?
• Do people go to the countryside to travel or to live?
• Do most people prefer to live in big cities or in the countryside?
• Do people in your country like to go hiking?

3.19. Describe a quiet place you like to go

You should say:

• Where it is
• How you knew about it
• How often you go there
• What you do there
• And explain how you feel about the place.

Part 3:

• Is it easy to find a quiet place in your country? Why?
• Why do old people prefer to live in quiet places?
• Why are there more noises made at home now than in the past?
• Why do some people like some noise in the background when they are working or studying?

3.20. Describe a famous city that you think is interesting

You should say:

• Where it is?
• What is it famous for?
• How did you know this city?
• And explain why you think it is very interesting.

Part 3:

• Why do some young people like to live in cities?
• What advantages can tourism bring to a city?
• How can people preserve historic cities and historic buildings?

4. Event/ activity

4.1. Describe a time that answer phone call from person who you don't know in public place/ Describe a time you received a call from somebody you didn’t know when you were in a public place.

You should say

• Where/when it happened
• Who the caller was
• What he/she said
• How you corresponded
• And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3:

• Do most people mind people talking on the phone in public places?
• What are the differences between sitting beside a person who keeps talking on the phone and a person who keeps talking to you?
• Why do some people not care what they do in public places?
• Do you think parents should teach their children not to behave badly in public places?

Sample answers

4.2. Describe a time when you lost an important and valuable item

You should say:

• When and where it happened
• What it was
• How important and valuable it was
• How you lost it
• And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3:

• Is it important for students to be organized?
• Are there any good ways to remind us not to forget or lose things?
• What should parents do to teach their children not to lose things?
• What do people often do after losing things?
• What are the reasons why people often misplace or lose things?
• What are some common items that people tend to lose easily?
• What important things do people tend to lose in daily life?

• How do they solve the problem of losing these things?
• Why do some people lose things easily?
• How should parents teach their children?
• Is organisation important for a child?

Sample answers

4.3. Describe an occasion when your family asked you for help/ Describe an occasion when you helped a family member/relative with something

You should say:

• When it happened
• Who you helped
• How you helped
• And explain how you felt about the experience

Part 3

• How can children help their parents at home?
• Should parents always help their children with everything?
• What can children learn by helping others?
• Do neighbours often help each other in your country?
• How do people know that their neighbours might need help?
• What can children help parents with?
• What is the advantages that children help parents?

Sample answers