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- I can not remember exactly when it was, but if my memory serves me right, it happened more than 20 years ago.

- I was a freshman in university and I was invited to make a Chinese public speaking at the beginning day of the year.

- At that time, I knew a little bit Chinese and I didn't think that I was good enough to make any speaking in public in that kind of language.

- So I had to learn day by day to improve my Chinese quickly. I listened to Chinese all the time, when I did the housework, cook(ed) and even when I was taking a bath.

- I gotta tell you I feel extremely uncomfortable and shy when talking in front of many people in Chinese, so this was almost hard for me. But finally, I could do it well.

- Since then, I haven’t felt /afraid of /public speaking in Chinese at all, I have become more confident and I think that is good!

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As a child I enjoyed playing chess. It is probably the best known board game in the world, where two players try to defeat the other by taking his or her pieces and finally trapping his King. This final move is called checkmate.

You probably know the Western version of this game, which is known as King chess. The former is more popular among younger generations, whereas the latter is mostly played by older people. I personally enjoy both of them equally.

These games are difficult in that you have think to ahead and plan your steps carefully, while keeping an eye on your opponent’s moves. This is exactly the kind of challenge that I relish, and I feel excited whenever I manage to outwit the other player.

Chess games are also a good way to build a bond with your friends, since they encourage healthy rivalry and prevent you from being arrogant because there’s always someone who’s able to beat you.

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I would like to talk about an invention, in my opinion, that has been making our life easier and simpler: the Internet.

Without a doubt, the internet connects people from all around the world free and fast, which makes it the most powerful medium of communication. In the past, it would take days or even months to receive a letter from someone else, but with internet connectivity, we can send messages, make calls and even video calls immediately. As a result of this, we can communicate and work with other people across different parts of the world, which provides many with the ability to work from home or have a virtual office.

Furthermore, the Internet contains an enormous amount of knowledge, so it has become very easy for people to rummage the internet and get the necessary information. We can use a search engine like Google to ask any question and find a web page with an answer and information about that question. Therefore, the Internet is a great platform for students to learn new things and even obtain degrees through online courses.

Last but not least, the Internet provides people with access to endless entertainment. With this invention, we can watch movies, videos, play games online, and listen to music. There are many sites available on the internet, which contain different entertainment materials like music, videos, and more. For example, we can watch millions of videos on a platform like YouTube without paying any costs.
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Từ vựng highlight:

without a doubt: không nghi ngờ gì, rõ ràng là

medium of communication: phương tiện giao tiếp

internet connectivity: kết nối mạng internet

virtual (adj): ảo

contain (v): chứa đựng

enormous (adj): khổng lồ

rummage (v): lục lọi, tìm kiếm

search engine (n): công cụ tìm kiếm

platform (n): nền tảng

obtain (v): đạt được

access (n) (v): truy cập

endless (adj): vô tận

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I'm going to talk about... that....

In my school, there’s a really long list of rules we have to follow, and one of them is the strict policy against cheating during examinations and assignments.

If students break this rule, it will definitely lead to severe consequences. If a student is caught cheating, they often receive a failing grade for that assignment or exam. In some cases, repeated violations can result in suspension or expulsion from the school.

(The importance of this rule cannot be overstated)= It's really important because it ensures that students are evaluated fairly based on their knowledge and skills rather than dishonest tactics. Moreover, it fosters a culture of honesty and integrity, which are essential values in both education and society.

Lastly, it encourages students to truly learn and understand the subject matter, as cheating undermines their own educational development.

Personally, I feel that this rule is crucial to maintaining the quality and credibility of our education system. It ensures that hard work and genuine effort are rewarded, and it creates an environment where students are motivated to excel through their own abilities.

While it may seem strict, it ultimately contributes to a more honest and trustworthy academic atmosphere, which benefits all students in the long run.

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So, I want to talk about this movie that I recently watched, and I have to say, it left me feeling quite disappointed. The movie in question was titled "Lost in the Shadows." I watched it just last weekend when it was released in theaters. I went to see it with a group of close friends, expecting it to be a (thrilling and captivating)/ great experience.
Unfortunately, the movie (fell short of my expectations=) turned to be out of my expectations in several ways, leading to my disappointment. Firstly, the storyline was incredibly weak and lacked coherence. It seemed like the filmmakers were trying to include too many subplots= details and failed to develop them effectively. As a result, the movie felt disjointed and confusing, making it difficult to stay engaged.

Additionally, the character development was subpar = unprofesstional. The main protagonist, who was meant to be relatable and compelling, came across as shallow and uninteresting. Their actions and decisions throughout the movie lacked depth and didn't evoke any emotional connection. I found myself not caring about what happened to them, which greatly impacted my overall viewing experience.

Moreover, the pacing of the film was off. It started off promisingly, but as the story progressed, it became slow and dragged on unnecessarily. This contributed to a sense of boredom and made it challenging to stay invested in the movie's outcome.

Lastly, the film's ending left a lot to be desired. It felt rushed and lacked a satisfying resolution. Many plot points were left unresolved, leaving me feeling unsatisfied and questioning the purpose of certain storylines.

Overall, the movie "Lost in the Shadows" disappointed me due to its weak storyline, lackluster character development, poor pacing, and unsatisfying ending. Despite watching it with a group of friends, we all felt let down by the film's execution and the missed opportunities to create a captivating and engaging experience.

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Well, I am a diving lover, so the water sport that I want to talk about today is none other than scuba diving.

Scuba diving is not an easy sport compared to some others, like kayaking or sailing because, unlike the latter, it requires special gear and training beforehand. Nonetheless, I believe it is worth trying, especially for those who want to explore a whole new world underwater. When we dive, it is as if we are flying underwater. We can see incredible sea creatures and also hear the sound of bubbles while we breathe.

It is possible to scuba dive in my home country of Vietnam. The country has a very long coastline with diverse marine life and a lot of colourful coral, so there are many diving spots, one of which is a small island in the southern region called Con Dao, which I highly recommend. The main reason is that the waters are crystal clear all year round, and the coral there is impressively large.

I have only ever been scuba diving once when I was a senior at university. I travelled to Con Dao, the island I recommend, and scuba-dived with one of my close friends. I hope that one day soon, we will be able to return to Con Dao and scuba dive in other locations across the island.

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One sport that I really enjoyed when I was young was basketball. It was a popular sport in my school, and I started playing it when I was in middle school. I used to play it with my classmates during our physical education classes and also during after-school sports clubs.

We played basketball in the school gymnasium, which had two full-sized courts with proper hoops, backboards, and lines. My classmates and I would often form teams and play games against each other. We also had coaches who would teach us the basics of the game and help us improve our skills.

I really enjoyed playing basketball because it was a fun way to stay active and socialize with my friends. It was also a great way to challenge myself and improve my physical and mental agility. I loved the feeling of running, jumping, and shooting, and the excitement of scoring points and winning games.
Basketball also taught me important life skills, such as teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship. I learned to trust and rely on my teammates, to communicate effectively on the court, and to respect my opponents and referees.

Overall, playing basketball was a positive and enriching experience for me when I was young. It helped me stay active, build friendships, and develop important skills that have stayed with me throughout my life.

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L31: P2: OBJECTS- beanchair- furniture- birthday gift

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L31: P2: OBJECTS- beanchair- furniture- birthday gift

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* Trình tự- sắp xếp thông tin
| First, the first thing, first of all, firstly, the next one, to begin with, moving on to the next reason, secondly, thirdly, subsequently, on top of that, later, after this, finally
*Thêm thông tin
| Another thing that comes to mind, also, besides, additionally, another good example of this is, another reason for this, and one more thing
* Chỉ ra quan điểm và thái độ
| Unfortunately,
however, actually, to be honest, definitely, essentially, frankly,
basically, clearly, I'm afraid, if you ask me, sadly, thankfully, in fact, seriously,
as a matter of fact,
as far as I believe
CÁCH ĐƯA RA Ý KIẾN

I think

I believe

I feel

I suppose

I guess

According to me

In my view

In my opinion

It seems to me that

From my perspective

It appears that

From/ In my point of view

From my standpoint

From my viewpoint

As far/So far as I’m concerned

As far as I know

Personally, I think

I’d like to point out that

What I mean is

Generally it is thought that

Some people say that

Well, it is considered that

It is generally accepted that

My impression is that

It goes without saying that

First of all I’d like to point out

The main problem is

Speaking of

What we have to decide is

CÁCH NỐI CÂU KHI ĐANG LƯỠNG LỰ

… well …

… actually …

… you know/you see …

… it’s like this …

… it’s sort of/kind of …

… the thing is …

… what I’m trying to say is …

… what I mean is …

… as a matter of fact …

… as I say …

… how shall I put it?

So sánh
| Similarly, in the same way, equally, likewise, in a similar fashion, if I compare it to my country
Tương phản
| However, although, instead of, despite, on one hand, on the other hand, in the opposite way, in contrast, whereas
Thêm ví dụ
| A great example of this is, for example, for instance, a personal example is, in other words, a striking example of this, a classic example is, a clear example of this can be seen, such as, illustrated by
Trì hoãn
| Let me think about that..., that's a difficult/interesting question, I haven't thought of that before, well..., actually, basically
Kết quả
| As a result, because of this, therefore, consequently, so, then
Tổng quát
| Generally, broadly speaking, as a rule, on the whole, it is often said that..., in most cases, the vast majority of, a small minority of

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If I had to talk about my ideal house, it would be a beautiful house by the seaside in a peaceful country setting.

I love the idea of having a two-storey house because I think it would be enough for a small family to live cosily. It would have to be painted blue, which is my favourite colour, and the ceiling would be beautifully decorated with star and moon ornaments.

I love natural lights rather than artificial lights so each room would have its own windows. The windows would also be decorated with coloured string lights and various flowers, which would create a cosy atmosphere for my family. I would hang some photos of inspirational quotes on the walls in case I need some motivation. Each bedroom would have a balcony where we can enjoy the breathtaking view of the sea.

The perfect location would be by the sea because I love the idea of sitting on the beach and watching the sunrise and the sunset every day. Another reason is that the weather in coastal areas is usually nice―not too hot and not too cold. It’s pleasant almost all year round.

I think I would have to save a lot of money if I want to buy a house like this. The price of property has gone up dramatically in recent years, especially in coastal areas, but I think it’s really worth it.

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The past few years have been the golden era of advanced technology, and I suppose household appliances are no exception. I’m going to describe the refrigerator as a household equipment that I find most useful for my family.

My mom loves cooking and she’s actually a good cook. She’s mainly responsible for shopping for healthy food and cooking scrumptious meals for all of us. And as a matter of fact, our refrigerator is essential when it comes to food storage. Its size is perfect for the corner area in our kitchen, yet big enough to store a large amount of food for the whole family. We keep the vegetables and certain kinds of fruits at the bottom, whereas the leftovers are kept on top. And some cakes that are made by my mom are kept cold in the middle.

As regards my family meals, fresh meat and seafood is a must. In particular I cannot go a day without a single piece of pork or beef. Thus, the fridge has always done a great job of keeping the meat and seafood fresh all the time. Besides, ice cream bought by my dad every two to three weeks is also stored in the same freezer.

Refrigerator is a wonderful technological invention I must say. It is an indispensable appliance for almost every household. Since the country possesses tropical weather and particularly quite high outside temperature these days, it is difficult to keep the vegetables or meat fresh even for a few days. I think down the line if I ever move away, the fridge is definitely on top of my must-have list.

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- I can not remember exactly when it was, but if my memory serves me right, it happened more than 20 years ago.
- I was a freshman in university and I was invited to make a Chinese public speaking at the beginning day of the year.
- At that time, I knew a little bit Chinese and I didn't think that I was good enough to make any speaking in public in that kind of language.
- So I had to learn day by day to improve my Chinese quickly. I listened to Chinese all the time, when I did the housework, cook(ed) and even when I was taking a bath.
- I gotta tell you I feel extremely uncomfortable and shy when talking in front of many people in Chinese, so this was almost hard for me. But finally, I could do it well.

- Since then, I haven’t felt /afraid of /public speaking in Chinese at all, I have become more confident and I think that is good!

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CÁCH ĐƯA Ý KIẾN TRUNG LẬP

There are two sides to the question.

On the one hand …, on the other hand

An argument for/in favor of/against is

While admitting that … one should not forget that

Some people think that …, others say that

Although I must admit that

CÁCH ĐỒNG Ý VỚI Ý KIẾN

I hold the view that

I’m of the opinion that

I agree

I totally agree

Definitely

I couldn’t agree more

Absolutely

Precisely….

I’d go along with that view to a point

Sure, that’s one way of looking at it

I suppose so

I think so too

I’d go along with that

I second that

I’m convinced that

I’m (absolutely) sure

I have no doubt that

I think/don’t think that

As I see it

I tend to think

I have the feeling that

The way I see it,

Let me back up/support this idea with a few

I’ve reached this conclusion for a number of reasons

The main problem is

As everyone knows

There can be no doubt that

It is a fact that

Nobody will deny that

CÁCH PHẢN BIỆN Ý KIẾN

That’s one way of looking at it, however

I completely disagree

Well, I see things rather differently

Umm, I’m not sure about that

I’m not sure I go along with that view

I don’t really agree with that idea

I agree up to a point, but

I wouldn’t quite put it that way myself

I still have my doubts

I can’t/ couldn’t go along with that

I find that very difficult to accept

Not necessarily

That’s not always true

There is no way I could agree with that

I don’t think so

No, I’m not sure about that because

I’m afraid I have to disagree

I’m of a different

I doubt whether

I tend to

I’m not sure if/whether that’s

That may be (the case), but

CÁCH ĐƯA RA KẾT LUẬN

The obvious conclusion is

Last but not least

The only alternative (left) is

The only possible solution/conclusion is

Summing up, I’d like to say that

In conclusion we can say that

To cut a long story short,

Just to give you the main points again,

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Review thi máy UAC NĐC ngày 19/9
Speaking
Part 1: work, day off
Part 2: A movie that you disappointed

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*Speaking:

P1: dream and ambition, bags, where you live
P2: game you enjoyed playing
P3: bàn về competitive vs collaboration attitude

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*Speaking
Part 1: Work or Study, Freetime
Part 2: Kể về 1 lần bạn nhận thông tin sai
Part 3: Liên quan đến chủ đề thông tin: Ngày nay nhiều website, nhiều thông tin, làm ntn để chắt lọc thông tin chính xác/tìm nguồn thông tin đáng tin cậy, trẻ em nên làm ntn để ko gặp phải báo lá cải,…