.  The pros and cons of social media for teenagers.

. The role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in our daily lives.

· How smartphones have changed the way we communicate.

2. Environment and Sustainability

·  The importance of recycling and reducing plastic waste.

·  The impact of climate change on our planet.

·   What young people can do to protect the environment.

3. Culture and Personal Development

·  The benefits of learning a second language.

·   The importance of reading for personal growth.

·  How to balance schoolwork and personal hobbies.

4. Education

·  The future of learning: online vs. in-person classes.

·  The importance of teamwork and collaboration in school projects.

·  How to deal with academic pressure and stress.

First, they make communication very fast and easy. You can send a message, share a picture, or make a video call to someone on the other side of the world in just a few seconds. This removes the problem of distance and helps us stay close to family and friends.

Second, smartphones give us many ways to communicate. We are not limited to phone calls anymore; we can use text messages, group chats, emails, and social media apps. This variety lets us choose the most convenient way for each situation.

However, smartphones also bring somedisadvantages. One big problem is that face-to-face communication is decreasing. People are often distracted by their screens when they are together, which can weaken real-life connections. Also, texting can sometimes cause misunderstandings because we miss important things like tone of voice and body language.

- Communicate quickly: It easier to stay in touch  with your friends or relatives by calling/ send messages/...

- Useful for study or work: Many websites provide , lectures books and documents on the different subjects or topics. // find information to do the difficult homework and reference the lesson before study./....

- Entertainment: see movies,play video games,listen to music,......

* Disadvantages:

- Waste of time: online activities such as chatting, shopping, play video game,...

- Healthy: will got some "side effect" like headache, sickness,effect eyes , brain,…

- affects children's learning: .... for many ours can hurt their ability to concentrate on their homework,....

In the age of strong technological development, the smartphone has become a close and familiar item. In this essay, I will present both the advantages and disadvantages of smartphones

On the one hand, smartphones bring many benefits to the community. First of all, they are necessary in human life and most people use them for both life and work. People can easily find important information whenever they need. In addition, smartphones help us stay connected with family and friends through calls, messages, and social media. They also provide useful tools for studying and working such as online learning platforms, email, and document storage. Moreover, smartphones are a great source of entertainment like listening to music, watching movies, and playing games.

On the other hand, smartphones also have some disadvantages. Using smartphones too much can affect our health, especially our eyes and sleep. They can make people addicted and spend too much time on them instead of studying or working. Besides, relying too much on smartphones may reduce face-to-face communication in daily life. Finally, there are many risks such as losing personal information or being cheated online.

In conclusion, smartphones play an important role in modern life with many advantages in communication, study, work, and entertainment. However, they also bring some disadvantages if people use them too much. Therefore, we should use smartphones wisely to get the benefits and avoid the negative effects.

On the one hand, use smartphone brings us several benefits.

First benefits, we can entertainment after tiring school. Example, we can playing game, sufting the internet, watching a videos and listen to music,...

Second benefits, we can useful for study. Example, we can on social networks seeking solutions, learn more weak subject or prepare the previous lesson at home,...

Third benefit, can chat with friends and relatives. Example, you can message chat and call video with friends or message chat with relatives.

On the other hand, use smartphone cause us many drawbacks.

First drawbacks, you may be addicted to social networks. Example, childrens are often caused by social networks to forget to sleep, not focused on studying,...

Second drawbacks, may adversely affect health. Example, forget eat and sleep may be harmful to health.

Third drawbacks, it is time consuming. Example, take a lot of time during the day, not enough time for other things,....

All in all, smartphone can benefit and also possible bring drawbacks. We shouldn't overuse smartphone instead, do use ful work.

The positive side, these devices act as a bridge, allowing us to connect with friends and family anywhere in the world through calls, messages, and video chats. What's more, smartphones are powerful tools for learning and work.We can easily access a vast library of knowledge,from textbooks to specialized lectures, making study and research more convenient than ever before. They are also a constant source of entertainment, letting us watch movies, listen to music, or play games anytime, anywhere.

However, using smartphones also presents several problems. One of the biggest disadvantages is the potential for wasting time. Activities like scrolling through social media, online shopping, and gaming can consume hours that we could have spent on more productive tasks.In terms of health,excessive use can lead to side effects such as headaches,eye strain,and a reduced ability to concentrate,especially in children.The key is to use these devices in moderation to maximize their benefits while avoiding the potential risks.

Firstly, Online learning can save precious time. On days when parents are busy with their own work, they do not have to worry about who their children have to go to school with today or how they can go to school. Online learning will help solve those problems and needs. There is no need to wait to see who can take them to school. With just a phone or a computer, you can study and can take it anywhere, anytime, regardless of time.

Secondly, e- learning has the ability to increase self-study and independence. Because when we study online, we will know how to arrange a suitable study time so that we will not be bored because of the right balance between studying and playing, arranging the right time for the brain to work fastest so that we can solve problems without complaining, gradually we will have a separate schedule, knowing how to make self-study arise. And if it becomes a habit, we will form independence in studying, personality, and problem solving.

In conclusion,virtual learning can bring us good benefits such as expanding our independent personalities, providing advanced vocabulary, learning with native speakers to get used to communication without being surprised or nervous, and it is also very convenient, saving a lot of time.

My dream job is to become an English teacher. I love English because it is an international language that helps people connect around the world. I want to share this passion with my future students.A good English teacher should be patient, friendly, and responsible. They need to explain grammar clearly, help students practice speaking and listening, and make lessons interesting. I think teachers should also encourage students when they feel shy or nervous. I want to become an English teacher because I enjoy helping others. I feel happy when my friends understand something thanks to my explanation. In the future, I hope to stand in front of a classroom, teach English with confidence, and inspire my students to love the subject. Being a teacher may be hard, but it is a meaningful job that I really want to do.

The Digital Marketing profession has many outstanding features associated with the development of technology and the internet. It is comprised of typical features such as application to digital technology, flexibility and always actively updating, measuring effective tools, creating many high-end contents with one's own main abilities, and reaching customers widely on the Internet.

The most important skills in digital marketing are analytical thinking, quick social media management, knowing how to create content, run regular ads, design, communication and teamwork skills, and the ability to stay up to date with the latest trends.

The reason I am interested in that industry is because it helps me have the income that I expect, I think it can give me what I want, although it is not very popular in the marketing field but I want to be a special person in the industry that I am most interested in.

Location of Quan Am Linh Ung Pagoda at Kinh Thi Doi Street, Soc Trang. There we can see Buddha statue big, great building, the boat with many gods and the streets are beautifully decorated, On big festivals, we can see the grandeur built at the temple, very crowded and bustling. Example, Vu Lan Bao Hieu festival and New Year. Parallel to that, we can pray to Buddha, worship and take of photo.There people so friendly and kind. They often help the elderly, children and the poor. I think you should visit Quan Am Linh Ung Pagoda when there is an opportunity. Because it very beautiful and There are many beautiful styles for us to take pictures. All In All, you should visit Quan Am Linh Ung Pagoda.

We visited all the attractive place in this destination and enjoyed delicious foods, too. Cua Lo beach was very interesting because it is large, flat and had a lot of sand. Waves were very powerful, and playing with them will excite you. There were many beautiful spots and delicious seafood there. The weather is hot and sunny the entire day. Because it was very windy in the afternoon, the sea was cool and clear. Every day, we went swimming twice. The food was delicious and reasonably priced.

We took a lot of sea photos, bought a lot of sea food, especially octopus and bought some sea gift for our relatives. We felt happier and stronger after a week at Cua Lo beach. We hope to return there.

* Useful Language

• nutritional eating and regular physical activity

• balanced diet

• better quality sleep: mentally sharper, energy, skin health

  -> improves overall well-being.

Obesity: due to poor diet and lack of exercise. => lifestyle changes: healthy food choices/ physical activity.

Mental Health Issues: Anxiety and depression (academic pressure, social media, and personal issues) /lack of understanding from peers and parents => Finding the right support

Sleep Deprivation: academic demands, extracurricular activities, and screen time. => affects their overall health and performance. => schedules and the temptation of electronic devices.

First of all ,I pay attention to my diet by eating a variety of nutritious foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean proteins. I avoid too much fast food, sugar, or oily dishes because they can cause health problems in the long run. Besides eating well, I exercise regularly by jogging, doing yoga, or playing sports with friends, which helps me stay fit and energetic. I also drink enough water every day and sleep at least seven to eight hours each night to allow my body to rest and recover.

Moreover, I try to manage stress by listening to music, reading books, or spending time with loved ones. By combining these habits, I feel healthier, more positive, and more confident in my daily life.

For mental health, a major obstacle is the stigma surrounding it, which can prevent teens from seeking help for fear of judgment from peers or family. Additionally, the pressures of academics, social life, and future plans can exacerbate anxiety, making it hard to manage.

For sleep disorders, the main obstacles often involve late-night technology use and inconsistent daily schedules, which disrupt the body's natural circadian rhythm. Furthermore, a lack of understanding among adults about the biological need for more sleep during this stage can make it difficult for teens to prioritize rest over activities.

These combined internal and external factors complicate the recovery process. Therefore, we should always monitor our health to avoid unnecessary health problems.

- Addiction

- Health problem

- laziness in studying 

- too much schoolwork: educational background / enormous amount of syllabus and  examinations -> stressed about academics and develop anxiety.

-  peer pressure: most youngsters feel pressurized to match / equal their friends -> expensive smartphones or clothes -> depends on their parents’ allowance.

* Solutions:

- the family level: raise awareness of parents about over-expected /  encourage young ...follow their passion and motivate .... best

- schools: reduce the syllabus and minimise the number of examinations. ->  students to be creative and become confident. 

- children: enough spare time to relax and take up their hobbies. -> reduce the rising stress levels among youngsters.

To reduce these pressures, parents should understand their children’s limits and encourage them to do their best, not to be the best. Schools should reduce the number of exams and give students time for creativity. Children also need time to relax and enjoy hobbies.

to keep a healthy lifestyle, people must combine a balance of nutritional eating, regular physical activity, and rest. These habits can be improve overall health. Person should try to balanced diet by nutrient-dense foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. It is recommended to eat three main meals a day .At fixed times and minimize fast food and sweets too much. Next,regular exercise can help stay fit and boost resistance. Jogging or cycling in a nearby park about three times a week for 30 minutes each session, usually in the early morning when the weather is cool, is effective. This helps keep the heart healthy, manage weight, and reduce stress after work.

Finally,sleep time is good for human. Aim for 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night and try not to stay up late. As a result, a person with a healthy lifestyle will rarely get sick, feel refreshed, energetic, and can focus better on work and study, significantly improving their quality of life and mental well-being.All in all, have a healthy life style is help you better

- adjust lessons to match your individual speed and skills-> provide extra practice -> feel confident.

2. Quick information Access

- answer complex questions / summarize long texts, saving time

3. Constant Support

- available 24 hours a day.

to help check grammar, practice vocabulary, or review...

·          "Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a very useful tool that greatly benefits students in their learning journey.")

II. Supporting Details

1.     Personalized Learning

o    "AI helps create personalized learning experiences... AI platforms can adjust (điều chỉnh) lessons to match your individual speed and skills.

For instance, if you struggle (gặp khó khăn) with math problems, the AI will provide extra practice until you feel confident.

 2. Quick Knowledge Access

o     "AI tools act as excellent assistants for quick knowledge access."

They can answer complex questions or summarize long texts, saving you a lot of time on research.

3: Constant Support

o    AI offers constant support, acting like a private tutor who is available 24 hours a day.

to help you check grammar, practice vocabulary, or review difficult concepts.

III. Conclution

This makes studying more flexible, efficient, and helps students achieve better results.

* Vocabulary

very useful tool     công cụ rất hữu ích

greatly benefits     mang lại lợi ích lớn (hoặc rất nhiều)

learning journey    hành trình học tập

personalized learning experiences      trải nghiệm học tập cá nhân hóa

AI platforms các nền tảng/ứng dụng AI

adjust lessons        điều chỉnh các bài học

individual speed and skills        tốc độ và kỹ năng cá nhân

struggle with         gặp khó khăn với (cái gì đó)

extra practice        bài luyện tập thêm

feel confident        cảm thấy tự tin

excellent assistants trợ lý tuyệt vời

quick knowledge access  truy cập kiến thức nhanh chóng

instantly answer    trả lời ngay lập tức

summarize long texts      tóm tắt các văn bản dài

saving you a lot of time on research    tiết kiệm cho bạn rất nhiều thời gian nghiên cứu

constant support    hỗ trợ liên tục

private tutor gia sư riêng

available 24 hours a day  có sẵn 24 giờ mỗi ngày

check grammar     kiểm tra ngữ pháp

practice vocabulary        luyện tập từ vựng

review difficult concepts ôn tập các khái niệm khó

more flexible, efficient    linh hoạt và hiệu quả hơn

achieve better results      đạt được kết quả tốt hơn

2-Teamwork is also important; most school projects require students to collaborate, share tasks fairly, and manage disagreements

3- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving the ability to think critically and solve problems independently is key

4- General Benefits By practicing these skills, students learn to organize their time better, handle academic stress, and stay motivated

• Vocabulary

  oft skills      kỹ năng mềm

  absolutely essential         tuyệt đối cần thiết

  be successful in their studies     thành công trong việc học

  powerful AI tools  các công cụ AI mạnh mẽ

  human skills các kỹ năng con người

  apply our knowledge      áp dụng kiến thức của chúng ta

  the real world        thế giới thực

  is vital         là cực kỳ quan trọng

  clearly explain their thoughts    giải thích rõ ràng suy nghĩ của họ

  during presentations       trong các bài thuyết trình

  writing reports      viết báo cáo

  Teamwork  Làm việc nhóm

  collaborate  hợp tác

  share tasks fairly   chia sẻ công việc một cách công bằng

  manage disagreements    quản lý/giải quyết các bất đồng

  think critically      tư duy phản biện (tư duy phê phán)

  solve problems independently   giải quyết vấn đề một cách độc lập

  is key là chìa khóa

→ Hai mệnh đề không thể nối bằng dấu phẩy đơn.(dùng dấu chấm phẩy hoặc dấu gạch ngang hoặc tách thành 2 câu

It equips students with the ability to thrive academically, socially, and professionally in an increasingly competitive world.

To succeed in their studies,students need more than just knowledge from books.Soft skills are very important.Firstly,communication skills are one of the most vital skills,-> One of the most vital đã ngụ ý là một trong những kỹ năng quan trọng nhất, nên bỏ từ skills sau vital để tránh lặp từ (skills/skills).because students must clearly explain their thoughts during presentations,debates,or when writing reports.Without strong communication skills,it will be difficult to excel in these areas.Secondly,the teamwork skill -> không tự nhiên. Chỉ cần dùng teamwork also plays an equally important role.Most school projects require students to collaborate,share tasks fairly -> Distribute tasks efficiently (phân chia công việc hiệu quả) mang tính học thuật và chính xác hơn.,and manage disagreements to achieve common goals.Furthermore,the ability to think critically and solve problems independently is key to analyzing difficult material,coming up with new ideas (hypotheses),and finding creative solutions.These are core and essential requirements in educational environments.Collectively,by practicing these skills,-> Bỏ Collectively vì nó không phù hợp với ngữ cảnh. students also learn better time management,how to handle the inevitable academic stress,and how to stay motivated,leading to -> which leads to a more holistic and successful educational experience.

In summary,soft skills are the real key to unlocking academic success.By honing communication,teamwork,and critical thinking, students not only improve their grades but also build the core competencies essential for a stable and successful future

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Write a paragraph about 150 words.

Environmental Protection: Paper vs. Plastic

1. Introduction :

• Topic: The idea that using more paper-made items is the best way to protect the environment compared to plastic.

• Thesis Statement : I partially agree because while paper is better in some ways, it also has serious environmental drawbacks.

2. Body Paragraph:

• Point 1 (Paper's Advantage): Paper is biodegradable and often recyclable (e.g., paper bags break down faster than plastic bags).

• Point 2 (Paper's Disadvantage): Paper production causes deforestation and uses a lot of water and energy, leading to pollution (e.g., cutting down forests to make paper packaging).

• Point 3 (Plastic's Advantage/Reality): While plastic is bad for littering, it is often more durable and lighter (e.g., plastic water bottles are light to transport).

• Point 4 (The Real Solution): The best way is reducing and reusing everything, not just switching materials.

3. Conclusion:

• Summary: Both paper and plastic have good and bad points.

• Final Thought: Focus on reducing consumption, not just changing from plastic to paper.

  Vocabulary for the Essay

  I. Agreement Levels

  I partially agree: Tôi đồng ý một phần

  To some extent: Ở một mức độ nào đó

  I strongly disagree: Tôi hoàn toàn không đồng ý

  It is undeniable that: Không thể phủ nhận rằng

  II. Paper

  Biodegradable: Có khả năng phân hủy sinh học

  Recyclable: Có thể tái chế

  Paper-made items: Các vật phẩm làm từ giấy

  Deforestation: Phá rừng

  Chemical pollution: Ô nhiễm hóa học

  Habitat loss: Mất môi trường sống

  III. Plastic

  Non-biodegradable: Không phân hủy sinh học

  Long-lasting litter: Rác thải tồn tại lâu dài

  Lightweight: Nhẹ (dễ vận chuyển)

  Plastic packaging: Bao bì nhựa

  IV. General Solutions

  Environmental protection: Bảo vệ môi trường

  To reduce consumption: Giảm thiểu tiêu thụ

  To reuse items: Tái sử dụng các vật phẩm

  Sustainable solution: Giải pháp bền vững

  Overall impact: Tác động tổng thể

  The best approach: Cách tiếp cận tốt nhất

  A complex issue: Một vấn đề phức tạp

  Conserve resources: Bảo tồn tài nguyên

Nowadays, many people believe that encouraging the use of paper-based items is the best way to protect the environment compared to plastic ones. I partially agree with this view. While paper is better in some ways, it also has serious environmental disadvantages.

On the one hand, one key advantage of paper is that it is biodegradable and often recyclable. For example, paper bags break down much faster than plastic bags.

On the other hand, paper also has some drawbacks. The manufacturing process of paper products consumes a lot of water and energy, leading to deforestation and pollution.

Furthermore, regarding plastic, while plastic items are lighter and can be recycled, which helps conserve resources, they are non-biodegradable.

Therefore, the best approach is to focus on reducing and reusing all products, rather than just switching materials. In summary, both paper and plastic items have merits and drawbacks; the focus should be on reducing overall consumption, not merely substituting plastic with paper.

Write a paragraph about 150 words

(Useful Structures - vocabulary

• I strongly agree/disagree with the view that... (Tôi cực kỳ đồng ý/không đồng ý với quan điểm...)

• It is often argued that... (Mọi người thường cho rằng...)

• One of the main reasons for this is... (Một trong những lý do chính cho việc này là...)

• This leads to... (Điều này dẫn đến...)

• Distraction (n): Sự xao nhãng.

• Academic performance (n.phr): Kết quả học tập.

• Cyberbullying (n): Bắt nạt qua mạng.

• Inappropriate content (n.phr): Nội dung không phù hợp.

• Prohibit (v) = Ban (v): Cấm.

  OUTLINE

  Topic Sentence:

  • Introduce the topic and state your position clearly (Agree or Disagree).

  • Example: "I strongly believe that mobile phones should be banned in lower secondary schools for several reasons."

  Supporting Idea 1: Academic Distraction

  • Phones cause students to lose focus during lessons.

  • Checking notifications or playing games reduces concentration.

  Supporting Idea 2: Physical and Mental Health

  • Risk of cyberbullying among young students.

  • Negative impacts on eyesight and lack of physical interaction during recess.

  Counter-argument (Optional/Brief):

  • Some say phones are for emergencies, but school landlines or teachers' phones are safer alternatives.

  Concluding Sentence:

  • Restate your opinion and give a final recommendation.

  • Example: "For these reasons, a ban is necessary to ensure a better learning environment."

On the one hand, controlling -> Restricting sát nghĩa hơn trong bối cảnh nhà trường the use of mobile phones at school can help students improve their concentration and academic performance. Many students are easily distracted by social media, games and online videos, which has a negative effect on their learning process. Moreover, spending too much time using -> Excessive screen time: khi nói về chủ đề công nghệ. mobile phones may lead to health problems such as eye strain, stress and poor sleep quality.

On the other hand, mobile phones can also play a positive role in education if they are used properly. Students can access online learning resources, complete assignments more effectively and develop important digital skills for the future. With clear rules and proper guidance from teachers, mobile phones can become useful learning tools instead of sources of distraction.

In conclusion, rather than completely banning -> imposing a ban on: trang trọng hơn.mobile phones, schools should apply -> implement dùng cho các quy định, chính sách.suitable regulations to manage their use in a more balanced and practical way.