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Speaking Part 1 - Hometown
1.1. Where is your hometown?
My hometown is nestled in the tranquil countryside in the northern part of Vietnam. Surrounded by lush greenery and picturesque landscapes, its idyllic setting and the close-knit community make it an ideal place to experience the warmth of traditional Vietnamese culture.
| tranquil | adj | /ˈtræŋkwɪl/ | yên tĩnh |
| lush greenery | n | /lʌʃ/ /ˈɡriːnəri/ | cây xanh tươi tốt |
| idyllic | adj | /aɪˈdɪlɪk/ | bình dị |
1.2. What do you like the most about your hometown?
I would say that what I appreciate the most about my hometown is the genuine hospitality of the people. They warmly welcome visitors with open arms and often invite them to experience local cuisines. Besides that, I really love the peaceful atmosphere there since it brings me an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
| hospitality | adj | /ˌhɒspɪˈtæləti/ | lòng hiếu khách |
| local cuisines | n | /ˈləʊkl kwɪˈziːnz/ | ẩm thực địa phương |
| hustle and bustle | v | /ˈhʌsl ənd ˈbʌsl/ | hối hả và tấp nập |
1.3. Where did you play in your hometown when you were a child?
When I was a child, I often played in the vast paddy fields near my hometown, where we would spend hours flying kites and enjoying the gentle breeze. Additionally, the winding roads of our village were a popular spot for playing traditional games such as hide and seek and "O an quan" with my friends.
| vast | adj | /vɑːst/ | bao la |
| gentle breeze | n | /ˈdʒentl briːz/ | gió nhẹ |
| winding roads | n | /ˈwaɪndɪŋ rəʊdz/ | đường quanh co |
1.4. Would you prefer to live somewhere else and why?
Given a chance, I would prefer to live in Hanoi due to its excellent educational opportunities and modern facilities that cater to diverse interests and needs. With its renowned universities and access to state-of-the-art technology, Hanoi offers an enriching environment for academic growth and personal development.
| excellent educational | /ˈeksələnt ˌedʒuˈkeɪʃənl/ | cơ hội giáo dục |
| state-of-the-art technology | /ˌsteɪt əv ði ˈɑːt tekˈnɒlədʒi/ | hiện đại |
| an enriching environment | /ɪnˈrɪtʃɪŋ ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/ | một môi trường phong phú |
2.1. Please describe your hometown a little?
My hometown is both traditional and modern. On the one hand, tradition is preserved by a number of festivals celebrated by local people, and the locals and authorities preserve the historical sites for tourism and education. On the other hand, a whole lot of high-rise buildings as residential places or shopping malls are built, which turns our little hometown into a worth-living place.
| local people | /ˈləʊk(ə)l /ˈpiːp(ə)l/ | người dân địa phương |
| high-rise building | /hʌɪ rʌɪz ˈbɪldɪŋ/ | toà nhà cao tầng |
| residential place | /rɛzɪˈdɛnʃ(ə)l pleɪs/ | khu dân cư |
| worth-living | /wəːθ lɪvɪŋ/ | đáng sống |
2.2. Is that a big city or a small place?
My hometown is regarded as being small. The country's central area is home to the picturesque and historic scenes of Hue city. Hue provides a more tranquil and laid-back ambiance than busy metropolises. Hue, while being smaller in size, has a thriving local community and a strong sense of heritage.
| Picturesque | (adj) | /pɪktʃəˈresk/ | đẹp như tranh vẽ |
| Laid-back | (adj) | /ˌleɪd ˈbæk/ | Bình tĩnh và thư giãn |
| Ambience | (n) | /ˈæmbiəns/ | bầu không khí |
| Thriving | (adj) | /ˈθraɪvɪŋ/ | thịnh vượng |
| Heritage | (n) | /ˈherɪtɪdʒ/ | di sản |
2.3. How long have you been living there?
I have been living in my city for the past 23 years. It has been a significant period of time, and I have had the opportunity to establish a sense of belonging and familiarity with the area. During my time here, I have witnessed changes in the community and have become acquainted with the local culture, traditions, and way of life.
| Establish | (v) | /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/ | thành lập |
| Significant | (adj) | /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/ | đáng kể, có ý nghĩa |
| Familiarity | (n) | /fəˌmɪliˈærəti/ | sự quen thuộc |
| Witness | (n) | /ˈwɪtnəs/ | nhân chứng, chứng kiến |
2.4. What do you like about your hometown?
I like the hospitality and the love of people there which I hardly find them in my current place. Everyone is living close together and willing to give others a hand when they need help.
| hospitality | adj | /hɒspɪˈtalɪti/ | tính hiếu khách |
| lend a helping hand | v | /lɛnd ə ˈhɛlpɪŋ hand/ | giúp đỡ ai đó |
2.5. Is there anything you dislike about it?
Personally, it’s a bit boring for me because as a small town, there is not much shopping mall or any other means of entertainment. The streets are not very crowded as well. However, I believe that it has been improving day by day and becoming a potential hotspot due to the increasing number of annual visitors.
| means | n | /miːnz/ | phương tiện |
| crowded | adj | /ˈkraʊdɪd/ | đông đúc |
| day by day | /deɪ bʌɪ deɪ/ | ngày qua ngày | |
| hotspot | n | /ˈhɒtspɒt/ | tụ điểm |
2.6. Do you think you will continue living there for a long time?
To be honest, I hope I could come back there one day to visit my relatives and friends, but to settle down my life there is not my plan. I am getting familiar with city life and there are more job opportunities for my future career.
| settle down | v | /ˈsɛt(ə)l daʊn/ | ổn định cuộc sống |
| get familiar with | v | /ɡɛt /fəˈmɪlɪə wɪð/ | quen với cái gì |
2.7. Do you think you will continue living there for a long time?
That's an interesting question. I haven't made my choice yet. However, I don't believe I would rule out living in a rural area. Perhaps I could relocate to the country and take advantage of the tranquilly there when I'm ready to settle down. It's quite difficult to predict where life will lead me. I might want to remain a city dweller.
| rural | (adj) | /ˈrʊərəl/ | nông thôn |
| relocate | (v) | /ˌriːləʊˈkeɪt/ | di dời |
| tranquilly | (adv) | /ˈtræŋkwɪli/ | một cách yên tĩnh và yên bình |
| Predict | (v) | /prɪˈdɪkt/ | dự đoán |
2.8. Are there any changes you would like to make in your hometown?
I would like to ameliorate the infrastructure conditions there so that I can avoid being stuck in the traffic jam during the rush hours.
| ameliorate | v | /əˈmiːlɪəreɪt/ | cải thiện |
| infrastructure condition | n | /ˈɪnfrəstrʌktʃə kənˈdɪʃ(ə)n/ | điều kiện hạ tầng |
| traffic jam | n | /ˈtrafɪk dʒam/ | tắc nghẽn giao thông |
2.9. Would you like to live in the countryside in the future?
In the future, I would certainly want to live in the country if at all feasible since I find that people there are more laid-back, sociable, and family-oriented, and that living there is less stressful. When I'm retired, I can picture myself living in the country with a slower and peaceful pace of life.
| feasible | adj | /ˈfiːzəbl/ | Khả thi |
| family-oriented | adj | /ˈfæməli ˈɔːrientɪd/ | hướng về gia đình |
| retired | adj | /rɪˈtaɪəd/ | về hưu |
Đề bài Part 2
Describe your hometown. You should say:
Where is it?
What is special about it?
What should tourists do there?
Let explain whether it is an ideal place to live in or not?
Answer
I'm going to talk about Hai Phong city, my beloved hometown, which is situated on the northern coast of Vietnam, along the tranquil shores of the Gulf of Tonkin.
What makes Hai Phong special is its unique blend of bustling urban life and serene coastal charm. The city boasts a rich cultural heritage, reflected in its vibrant festivals and historic landmarks such as the Du Hang Pagoda and the Hang Kenh Communal House. The city is also well-known for its excellent food tour and night market.
Tourists visiting Hai Phong should not miss the opportunity to explore the famed Do Son Beach, renowned for its breathtaking scenery and pristine waters, which can offer a perfect retreat for relaxation and seaside activities. Additionally, a visit to the Cat Ba Island, known for its breathtaking limestone karsts and diverse marine life, is a must for nature enthusiasts.
Hai Phong's blend of urban conveniences and natural beauty makes it an ideal place to live in. With its expanding infrastructure, including modern residential areas, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities, the city offers a comfortable lifestyle that caters to the needs of its residents. Moreover, the warm hospitality of the locals and the city's rich culture contribute to the sense of community and belonging, making Hai Phong an ideal place for both residents and visitors alike.
| situate | v | /ˈsɪtʃueɪt/ | tọa lạc |
| tranquil shores | n | /ˈtræŋkwɪl ʃɔː(r)s/ | bờ biển yên bình |
| unique blend | adj | /juˈniːk/ | ự pha trộn độc đáo |
| serene | adj | /səˈriːn/ | thanh thản |
| coastal | adj | /ˈkəʊstl/ | duyên hải |
| reflect | v | /rɪˈflekt/ | phản ánh |
| vibrant | adj | /ˈvaɪbrənt/ | sôi động |
| scenery | adj | /ˈsiːnəri/ | phong cảnh |
| pristine | adj | /ˈprɪstiːn/ | nguyên sơ, tinh khiết |
| limestone | n | /ˈlaɪmstəʊn/ | đá vôi |
| diverse | adj | /daɪˈvɜːs/ | phong phú |
| nature enthusiasts | n | /ˈneɪtʃə(r) ɪnˈθjuːziæsts/ | những người đam mê thiên nhiên |
| cater to the needs | v | /ˈkeɪtə(r) tə ðə niːdz/ | đáp ứng nhu cầu |
| marine | n | /məˈriːn/ | hàng hải |
| infrastructure | n | /ˈɪnfrəstrʌktʃə(r)/ | cơ sở hạ tầng |
| resident | n | /ˈrezɪdənt/ | người dân |
| contribute | v | /kənˈtrɪbjuːt/ | đóng góp |
Part 3 Hometown
1. Why do people have a very strong bond with their hometown?
In my view, people often have a deep emotional connection with their hometowns due to the fond memories and significant life experiences they associate with the place. Additionally, the sense of familiarity and belonging that comes from growing up in a specific community fosters a strong bond that remains rooted in one's identity and cultural heritage, creating a sense of attachment that is hard to replicate elsewhere.
| deep emotional connection | /diːp ɪˈməʊʃənl kəˈnekʃn/ | mối liên kết sâu đậm | |
| sense of familiarity | /sens əv fəˌmɪliˈærəti/ | cảm giác quen thuộc | |
| foster | v | /ˈfɒstə(r)/ | thúc đẩy |
2. In what ways can people improve their hometown?
People can contribute to the betterment of their hometowns by actively participating in community initiatives and volunteering for local development projects. For example, residents can devote their time and resources to transform an unused urban space into a vibrant green garden. Additionally, engaging in environmental conservation efforts, such as organizing clean-up drives and promoting eco-friendly practices, can also help create a healthier and more sustainable living environment for all residents.
| community initiatives | n | /kəˈmjuːnəti ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz/ | Sáng kiến cộng đồng |
| devote | v | /dɪˈvəʊt/ | dành |
| resource | n | /rɪˈsɔːs/ | nguồn lực |
| clean-up drives | n | /ˈkliːn ʌp draɪvz/ | hoạt động làm sạch |
| eco-friendly practices | n | /ˌiːkəʊ ˈfrendli ˈpræktɪs.s/ | các hoạt động thân thiện với môi trường |
3. Which influences a person’s personality more, the hometown or the current city? Why?
The influences that shape a person's personality are multifaceted and can be derived from both their hometown and their current city. On the one hand, the hometown often plays a significant role in molding an individual's core values, cultural identity, and early experiences, laying the foundation for their character development. On the other hand, the current city can contribute to a person's adaptability, exposure to diverse perspectives, and the acquisition of new skills. Both locations thus hold distinct yet complementary roles in shaping an individual's overall personality.
| multifaceted | adj | /ˌmʌltiˈfæsɪtɪd/ | đa dạng |
| molding an individual's core values | v | /ˈməʊldɪŋ ən ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl kɔː(r) ˈvæljuː/ | hình thành nên những giá trị cốt lõi |
| adaptability | n | /əˌdæptəˈbɪləti/ | khả năng thích ứng |
| acquisition of new skills | n | /ˌækwɪˈzɪʃn əv njuː skɪlz/ | (sự) tiếp thu những kỹ năng mới |
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