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QUESTIONS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 16:00:45 UTC

1. Why do some people have good memories while others just don't?
- well first of all, we are all separate individuals which means we have different family background and childhood memories and milestones in life and because this is life and sometimes life have ups and downs so some people might have better memories than others.
- I believe it depends on how that person see things happened in their life. Like if the person reflect things with a positive mindset, a deeply sympathetic heart, then every moments can be a memorable ones.
2. Why do more people rely on cell phones to memorize things?
- Well, first of all, some people are nostalgic person, they like to reminisce about ... more people using their phones to memorise things is because technology helps preserving memories in many visible forms. For example, taking photos or recording a video of a trips to memorise the good old days with friends and families which I usually do on my vacations or using the notepad on my phone for shopping list.
3. Are you good at memorising things?
- I'd say partially, I didn't have a retentive memory I can remember a great amount of thing instantly, but I guess for a long period of times and also because of my busy routines, these things just faded gradually. So I guess I didn't have a long memory
4. Have you ever forgotten something that was important?
oh yess! i mean a lots! The latest thing that I do remember is on my trip with family to Ha Noi on TET HOLIDAY, which were just 3 weeks ago. When we were at check in counter, not until the staff asked for my citizen identification did i realise that I had left it home although I had carefully reminded myself the previous night.
5. Is it easy for you to remember people’s names?
Hmm If they are my family members or close friends, of course I can. But if that's strangers I guess no unless they have a strong impression on me otherwise I just remember some really stand out details like appearance or characteristics.
6. Can you remember the names of your childhood friends. - oh no I guess not all of them. some I do still remember like some of my really close ones however some don't. Instead, I only remember memories that I have had with them.
- oh no I guess just some really close one that I still get in touch today. but some other I'd say not really. I might not remember their names, but instead I still can think of good memories we had together.
7. How would you feel if someone forgot your name?
Hmm... I guess some pp would say that they are sad about that. But for me, because you know, i sometimes forget pp's names soo i think i can sympathise with that. If so dont ... I will just happily remind them mine.
8. Do you think it’s important to have a good memory?
- well, without a doubt, i mean having a good memory offers us many advantages in life. for ex, me as a student, we have a lot of things to remember, like math equations, formulas , facts, math problems' solving steps, theories, etc. having good memory does make studying and learning much easier than ever which many students dream of
- Yes, of course. If you can remember things easily and not forget them it can be very beneficial. Activities such as studying and learning seem much easier, for example, learning English is much easier if you can remember all the vocabulary and grammar you learn and how to use it correctly, and if you can recall things easily it can save you a lot of time instead of having to look up information or ask someone else if they know
9. What are some of the benefits of having a good memory?
10. What sort of things do people need to remember every day?
-lots of things that is your goals for today, works you need to do on that days, special events, or even some really basic things like going to the supermarket, washing your car, and also start your day with a smile and appreciation.
-These are all situations that require the ability to keep track of information over a short time.
11. Are there any things that are especially important for people to memorize?
- I suppose it depends on the situation. Everything is important to some people. I mean… most people get upset if their friends or someone close forgets their birthday or a special occasion like an anniversary.

- A lot of things we do that seem to be automatic such as getting dressed or driving a car rely on memory. If we forgot, or couldn’t remember part of the process we would be in big trouble! If you were a musician, it might be important to remember a piece of music or combination of notes for a particular piece of music.
- It all depends on the situation, even remembering your name is important when someone asks you what it is. Or where you live; imagine if you couldn’t remember that kind of information one day… it would be awkward, wouldn’t it?

- special events like test dates, interview day,
12. Do you think having a good memory is important for students?
It can save a lot of time if you can just recall most things you need in an instant and not have to review your books or look them up again each time you some information.

13. Do you believe that technology helps people recall past events? How?
14. Do you think there are important things left out when we rely on cell phones for memory?

Maybe, I mean, if you lose your phone or it gets destroyed, you completely lose out on the pictures and videos stored in there. If you don't have a backup of these memories or they are not uploaded somewhere else, then you could say that the memory is lost as well.

I think this showcases how we need more than just an electronic device like a cell phone for our memories because if we rely only on them, we may end up losing those precious memories.

VOCABS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 16:07:52 UTC

have a good/ excellent memory
have a memory like a sieve (=have a very bad memory): có một trí nhớ rất tệ
have a bad/ poor/ terrible etc memory
have a short memory (=only remember something for a short time, and soon forget it)
have a long memory (=be able to remember things for a long time)
from memory
short-term memory (=your ability to remember things you have just seen, heard or experienced)
remain/stay/be etched in your memory (=be remembered for a long time): được nhớ lâu / in đậm trong trí nhớ
lose your memory (=lose your ability to remember things)
long-term memory (=your ability to remember events that happened a long time ago)
if my memory serves me correctly/right (=used to say that you are almost certain you have remembered correctly): dùng để nói rằng bạn hầu như chắc chắn rằng bạn vừa nhớ cái gì đó một cách chính xác

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 16:29:39 UTC

nostalgic: hoài niệm, hoài cổ (adj)
eg: a nostalgic person
he remained nostalgic about the good old days
retentive: có khả năng nhớ các sự kiện; dai, lâu (trí nhớ)
eg: retentive memory
he had a highly retentive
foggy: lờ mờ; mơ hồ; không rõ rệt
eg: a foggy idea

ý kiến không rõ rệt
not have the foggiest (also not have the foggiest idea or not have the foggiest notion) have no idea at all.
reminisce (v): hồi tưởng; nhớ lại; kể về quá khứ
eg: a group of former students were reminiscing about their college days

QUESTIONs

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 17:51:01 UTC

What is your daily study routine?
After I get up, I jump straight for a cool, refreshing shower. Then comes breakfast. Something I'd consider my morning ritual is to have a hot bowl of phở or sometimes butter sandwiches with sugar sprinkled on top and a cup of milk. fast and easy and then i head for school

Have you ever changed your routine?

Do you think it is important to have a daily routine for your study?
What part of your day do you like best?
What is the busiest part of the day for you?
Do you usually have the same routine everyday?
What would you like to change in your day routine?

VOCABS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 17:52:36 UTC

I usually wake up some time between 7-8 am: Tôi thường thức dậy vào khoảng 7-8 giờ sáng
I wake up around 7.30 am before the alarm goes off: Tôi thức dậy vào khoảng 7h30 sáng trước khi chuông báo thức reo
I set an alarm for 7.00 but I normally wake up before that: Tôi đặt báo thức lúc 7 giờ nhưng tôi thường thức dậy trước đó
I start my day by getting up around 6.30 am: Tôi bắt đầu ngày mới lúc 6.30
I have a long history of sleeping in: tôi có thói quen ngủ nướng
I check my phone first thing in the morning: Điều đầu tiên tôi làm vào buổi sáng là check điện thoại
I check my phone right after waking up: Tôi check điện thoại ngay sau khi thức dậy
to go through my emails: xem qua email
to scroll through social media: check mạng xã hội
to make my bed: gấp chăn mền/dọn giường cho ngăn nắp
to head to the bathroom to brush my teeth and do my morning skincare routine: đi vào phòng tắm để đánh răng và thực hiện quy trình chăm sóc da buổi sáng
to get changed into my yoga clothes: thay đồ tập yoga
to do some stretches: tập 1 số động tác giúp giãn cơ
to do some yoga/meditation: tập yoga / thiền
to head downstairs to work out: đi xuống lầu để tập thể dục
to do some simple physical exercises: tập vài bài tập đơn giản
to make and eat breakfast: chuẩn bị & ăn sáng
to drink a glass of lukewarm water: uống 1 ly nước ấm
to have something warm to drink on an empty stomach: uống thứ gì đó ấm khi bụng đói/chưa ăn gì
to read a self-help book to keep me motivated: đọc một cuốn sách về self-help để giúp tôi có động lực
to take my dogs out for a walk: dắt chó đi dạo
to make my favourite morning coffee: pha món cà phê yêu thích
to start your day right: bắt đầu 1 ngày mới đúng cách
to get my mind ready for the day: chuẩn bị tâm trí cho ngày mới
an early bird/ a morning person: người có thói quen dậy sớm
a night owl: người có thói quen thức khuya
to give myself plenty of time to …: cho tôi nhiều thời gian để làm gì
to kick start your day: bắt đầu ngày mới của bạn
to put on a good playlist: mở 1 list nhạc hay
a productive morning routine: thói quen buổi sáng hiệu quả
to feel a sense of productivity: cảm thấy mình làm việc có năng suất
a nighttime ritual : thói quen/các việc mình thường làm trước khi ngủ
rise and shine = said to tell someone to wake up and get out of bed: thức dậy và tỏa sáng/ thức dậy tràn trề năng lượng, sẵn sàng đón ngày mới
to be under the weather = to feel slightly ill and not as well as usual: cảm thấy không được khỏe lắm
to hit the books = to begin to study in a serious and determined way: cắm đầu vào học, học 1 cách nghiêm túc
to check up on somebody = to make sure that somebody is doing what they should be doing: kiểm tra xem ai đó đang làm đúng việc không
to look through = to look at a number of things quickly: lướt nhanh …
to warm up = to prepare yourself for a physical activity by doing some gentle exercises and stretches: tập các bài tập khởi động
to meet up with = to meet somebody, especially by arrangement: gặp …
to set off = to make something start working: bắt đầu làm gì
to tidy up = to put things back in their proper places so that everything is neat: dọn dẹp …

QUESTIONS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 17:59:10 UTC

What kinds of TV programs do you often watch?
im more into watching comedy and drama
Do you think kids are watching too much television?

What are the impacts of watching TV programs on children?

What kinds of TV programs do you think should be broadcast more?

DO YOU OFTEN WATCH PROGRAMS ON THE TV OR ON YOUR CELLPHONE?

DO YOU LIKE WATCHING THE SAME KIND OF PROGRAM ALL THE TIME?

DO YOU TALK WITH YOUR FRIENDS ABOUT THE PROGRAM YOU WATCHED?

VOCABS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 18:10:08 UTC

1.3. Ideas topic TV Program Part 1

couch potato /ˈkaʊtʃ pəˌteɪ.təʊ/ (noun): người nghiện xem tivi
set something aside (phrasal verb): dẹp cái gì qua một bên
immerse yourself in something /ɪˈmɜːs/ (verb phr.): đắm mình vào đâu
lie down on the couch /kaʊtʃ/ (verb phr.): nằm dài trên ghế
be in a good mood /muːd/ (phrase): tâm trạng tốt
prime time /praɪm/ (unc. noun): giờ vàng
Horror | Phim kinh dị
Romance | Phim tình cảm
Drama | Kịch
Action | Phim hành động
Documentary | Phim tài liệu
Thriller | Phim ly kỳ/giật gân
Adventure | Phim phiêu lưu
Animation | Phim hoạt hình
Sitcom | Hài kịch tình huống
Comedy | Hài kịch
Science-fiction | Khoa học viễn tưởng
Keep my eyes glued to the phone screen
TV host: người dẫn chương trình
Talent show
Job-hunting show
Insightful (adj) sâu sắc
Intense and exciting (adj) gay cấn
Quiz show: đố vui
Educational (adj) có tính giáo dục
Reality show: chương trình thực tế
Interactive (adj) có tính tương tác
Telly – TV
Enlightening
Live-broadcast
Mind-numbing = boring
Attention-grabbing = interesting
Watch the box = watch TV
Channel surf = change TV channels frequently
To be star-studded: được góp mặt bởi rất nhiều ngôi sao
Mainstream

QUESTIONS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 18:15:51 UTC

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

VOCABS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 18:16:13 UTC

Well-rounded protection: bảo vệ toàn diện
Compact car: ô tô cỡ nhỏ
Off-road ability: khả năng vượt địa hình
Convertible: xe mui trần
Over-speed: vượt quá tốc độ
Make a U-turn: quay đầu xe
Racing car: xe đua
Number plate: biển số xe
Fill it up: đổ đầy bình xăng
Driving licence: bằng lái
Horn: còi
Petrol station: trạm đổ xăng
Maintenance service: dịch vụ bảo trì
Engine: động cơ
Radiator: bộ tản nhiệt
Seat: ghế ngồi
roadside: lề đường
car hire: thuê xe
road sign: biển chỉ đường
pedestrian crossing: vạch sang đường
learner driver: người tập lái
passenger: hành khách
to stall: làm chết máy
speed limit: giới hạn tốc độ
speeding fine: phạt tốc độ
car wash: rửa xe ô tô
driving test: thi bằng lái xe
driving instructor: giáo viên dạy lái xe
driving lesson: buổi học lái xe
puncture: thủng xăm
breathalyser : dụng cụ kiểm tra độ cồn trong hơi thở
traffic warden : nhân viên kiểm soát việc đỗ xe
people who travel by car = people travelling by car = car users: những người đi lại bằng xe hơi
people who travel by train = people travelling by train = train passengers: những người đi lại bằng xe lửa
drive to work = travel/go/commute to work by car: đi làm bằng xe hơi
use public transport instead of private vehicles: sử dụng phương tiện giao thông công cộng thay vì xe riêng
the most popular way to commute = the most pupular mode of transport: cách phổ biến nhất để đi lại/ phương tiện giao thông phổ biến nhất
commuting costs: chi phí đi lại
commute/travel long distances to…: đi quãng đường dài tới…
daily travel = daily commute: việc đi lại hàng ngày
driving under the influence of…: lái xe dưới sự ảnh hưởng của…
run a red light: vượt đèn đỏ
pedestrian (n): người đi bộ
cycle lanes = bike lanes: những tuyến đường dành cho người đi xe đạp
improve road traffic safety: cải thiện an toàn giao thông đường bộ
reduce traffic accidents: giảm thiểu tai nạn giao thông
driving offence: sự vi phạm luật giao thông
licence suspension: việc đình chỉ/treo bằng lái
install speed cameras: lắp đặt các camera theo dõi tốc độ
speeding (n): việc lái xe quá tốc độ
impose stricter punishments on sb: áp đặt các hình phạt nghiêm khắc hơn lên ai đó
traffic jams = traffic congestion: sự ùn tắc giao thông
bad driving habits: những thói quen xấu khi lái xe
congestion pricing = congestion charges: việc thu phí ùn tắc giao thông
ban cars from city centres: cấm xe hơi khỏi các trung tâm thành phố
parking space: khu vực đậu xe
pose a serious threat to…: gây ra sự đe dọa nghiêm trọng cho…
dangerous drivers: những người lái xe nguy hiểm
to be encouraged to…: được khuyến khích làm gì
raise people’s awareness: nâng cao ý thức con người

QUESTIONS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 18:27:42 UTC

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

VOCABS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 18:31:24 UTC

To misplace belongings (collocation) vứt đồ lộn xộn
Absent-minded professor syndrome (expression) chứng đãng trí bác học
Search high and low (idiom) tìm mọi chỗ
Turn to (phrasal verb) tiến đến
Uncanny superpower (collocation) năng lực siêu phàm
In vain (idiom) trong vô vọng
Currency exchange counter (n) quầy đổi tiền
CCTV team (n) đội camera giám sát
Go for a dip (expression) đi bơi
Rightful owner (collocation) chính chủ
To thank sb profusely (collocation) cảm ơn rối rít
Pop into (phrasal verb) ghé vào
Google (v) tra google
Last-known location (n) địa điểm cuối cùng
… prior (n) bao lâu trước đây

QUESTIONS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 18:33:24 UTC

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

VOCABS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 18:37:13 UTC

Accessing the Internet
_{I go/get online whenever I am free; I connect to the Internet through a high-speed connection; I have no download limit
I am really into file sharing; I download files often; my connection offers a fast download speed; I like to stream videos; my system sends me notifications}
Spending Time Online
_{surf the Net/Web; spend time online; visit websites; join a website; become a member; sign up
log on to a website; sign in; username; password; a search engine; search for information}
Keeping in Touch + Social Media
_{IG is my favourite social-networking site; social media are so popular these days; I never update my status; I sometimes share stories on my timeline
I use several instant messaging systems; we often chat online; I often send messages to friends
send email; my email address is easy to remember; spam; junk mail; my in-box
video conferencing; a web cam; an online forum; a chat room; a bulletin board; a message board; add a comment; the comments page}Online Gaming
_{play online games; role-playing games; online gambling}Online Shopping
_{online shopping isn’t popular here; I often shop online
an auction site; bid for an item}Problems
_{cyber crime; identity theft; spam/junk mail}

QUESTIONS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 18:39:49 UTC

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

VOCABS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-02-04 18:43:29 UTC

hustle
prioritize
call it a day

VOCABS ĐẶNG TRẦN TÙNG

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 07:36:09 UTC

1. high-end dining : ăn uống sang chảnh
2. health-conscious: quan tâm tới sức khoẻ
3. expired: hết hạn
4. every now and then : thỉnh thoảng
5. home-cooking
6. preservative : chất bảo quản
7. an assortment of sth: a mixture of sth
8. abomination of: sự kinh tởm, ghê tởm
9. foul smell: mùi hôi thối
10. low-brow: bình dân
11. to die for: quá ngon, quá tuyệt
12. gross sb out: mắm tôm shrimp sauce grosses me out

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 08:07:44 UTC

this is one of my favorite desserts. It's made of flour, butter, dark chocolate, and maybe brown sugar. It has a soft and moist texture with a rich chocolate flavor. Not too sweet and buttery because it's dark choco but still tastes delicious

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 08:35:17 UTC

molten chocolate sauce and churro is the best combo. Because churro has a crispy and crusty texture, and when chewing, it makes a crunchy sound. churro is mildly sweet because it has sugary sprinkles covering it. and when you dip it into the chocolate sauce. It is just *chef kiss* spot on!

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 08:45:30 UTC

cheesecake !!! creamy, buttery cheese and a crumpy layer of crusted cookies. on top can be a strawberry jam with fresh strawberry slices. Tastes rich and creamy, the cheese is just amazing bits of heaven melting in your mouth. It's really mouthwatering.

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 08:49:19 UTC

I usually have this as a dessert after every meal
It's a bit chilly, sweet and sour yogurt. Tastes good and yogurt is healthy, it's good for your digestive system. Such an excellent dessert!

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 09:44:06 UTC

Panna cotta is an Italian dessert of sweetened cream thickened with gelatin and molded. The cream may be aromatized with coffee, vanilla, or other flavorings. Its delicate sweetness, smooth texture and the elegant way it is plated make it a perfect treat at the end of a meal.

VOCABS OF ZIM

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 10:08:49 UTC

1. EXOTIC DELICACIES: những đặc sản ngon và độc lạ
2. SOPHISTICATED
3. METICULOUS
4. TO DEVOUR STH
5. TO RELISH
6. FLAVOURFUL MEAT BROTH
7. AROMA OF ANISE
8. A TOUCH OF STH
9. JUICY AND TENDER
10. EPICURE = FOODIE
11. TO TINGLE WITH EXCITEMENT
12. GASTRONOMIC DELIGHT = CULINARY DELIGHT
13. SUBTLE FRAGRANCE

VOCABS CỦA KEITH :>

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 14:47:32 UTC

1. molten: nóng chảy
2. runny = liquidy: lỏng
3. resemble = look alike
4. ooze out: rỉ ra
5. goey consistency : độ sánh của chocolate
6. moist
7. texture
8. crunchy
9. rich
10. decompress
11. give it a try

Adjectives to Describe Food

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 14:55:27 UTC

1. luscious: rich and sweet
2. mouth-watering
3. tempting = appetising
4. scrummy = scrumptious
5. succulent (meat/ fruit)

exclamation

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 14:57:25 UTC

It’s perfect
It’s spot on
It's out of this world
It’s top-notch

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 15:13:05 UTC

- A Signature dish(a dish you like to make and are famous’ for)
- To fork out (on) = to spend a lot of money on something.
ex: I can fork out money just on noodles.
- To pay over the odds (for) = to pay too much = To spend a fortune on something = pay through the nose (for)
ex: I try not to pay over the odds for sweets.
- Binge eating = I am a binge eater: ăn uống vô độ; ăn quá nhiều
- have a cheat day
- eat in moderation
- eat the rainbow

IDIOMS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-05-31 15:23:39 UTC

The proof is in the pudding = you can only know if something is good by testing or experiencing it

I'm not really sure whether panna cotta tastes good. Well, I guess there is only one way to find it out, the proof is in the pudding.

To pig out (on) = to eat too much of something

Panna cotta is scrummy to me. I guess next time, I have to pig out on it.

To have a sweet tooth = to like sweet stuff

Actually, I'm not really a sweet tooth. However, panna cotta just makes me think twice about it :))

It melts in the mouth = delicious

The Rib-eye Steak at Little Mama's Kitchen is succulent and tender and it just melts in the mouth.

It’s the best thing since sliced bread = the best thing ever

This Rib-eye Steal is the best thing since sliced bread.

1. Do you like science?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 06:19:05 UTC

- Yes, I do. It’s more a question of what aspect of science I don't like. When talking about science, many people refer to it as a subject at school. Although some say it's quite boring and daunting, I still think science is essential in our daily lives. I mean science is all around us. Understanding the science behind everything we see may help us a lot.

2. What science have you studied?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 06:30:46 UTC

- In high school, we study biology and this subject mainly focuses on life science. For example, we study the life cycle of cells in our bodies and the body structure of an animal or animal food chain.
- However, I also like to read about social science, which studies human behaviour, sociology and criminology as well

3. How do you study science?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 06:43:59 UTC

- I can study science in eclectric ways. When I study Biology, Chemistry, and Physics at school, I always try to understand the rudimentary knowledge base first, like the Laws of Gravity, I will have to get the hang of the theory, and then I will think of an experience in reality like when you drop a cup you're holding, it falls down. Because science closely connects with life, learning science in this way helps me a lot to remember it more easily.

4. What's the most difficult part of studying science?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 06:53:56 UTC

- well, maybe because of the fact that science is quite abstract, many people find it hard to picture the way it works. Hence, I think the most arduous part of science is to have a good imagination, sometimes the ability to picture something in a three-dimensional space. But when you can get over this part, everything seems to be more straightforward. It's not rocket science anymore.

5. How has the science that you have studied helped you?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 07:11:14 UTC

- well, at first I thought life science is quite boring and impractical. But I was wrong when I realized that it had helped me a lot in everything I do as I understand clearly how things work. I know how the human body works so I become more aware of the food that I eat every day. I learned about my brain and the mechanism of brain, therefore, I can learn better with my suitable learning style.

1. DO YOU PREFER A LONG BREAK OR SEVERAL BREAKS?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 07:22:15 UTC

- Hmm I would go for a long break for sure. As I have a relatively short attention span, it usually takes me 15-20 minutes to get deeply focused on something, so I prefer to work long hours and then take a long break after I have finished everything. Also, my relaxation will be interrupted if I know that I only have a 5-10 minute break and then I have to get back to my study.

2. How often do you take a break?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 07:26:28 UTC

- Uhm, usually after 2 hours of studying, I will give myself a 30-40 minute break. But that's only when I can study at home. If I go to school, I have to study for 3 sessions, each lasting 45 minutes and then a 30 minute break.

3. What do you usually do during a break?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 07:35:57 UTC

- If I study at home, during a break, I enjoy listening to music or reading the news on my favorite news website, "the 14channel". I used to surf social media or check my messages, but I ended up neglecting the time limit for a break and I tend to procrastinate afterward. So I try to avoid checking my phone during a break.
- If I'm at school, my best friend and I usually have a chat and walk around the schoolyard.

VOCABS

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 07:38:55 UTC

When we are not working or studying we can relax, this time can be called:
Free time
Leisure time
Downtime (U.S.)

Useful adjectives for activities:

Relaxing / calming / soothing Rewarding / satisfying Therapeutic / healing / soothing Enjoyable / pleasurable

Other verbs we use with a similar meaning are;

I like to kick back and relax I like to chill (out)
I like to mellow out
I often unwind

I love to disconnect I need to destress

How do you spend your free time?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 07:43:21 UTC

What do you get up to in your free time ? = What do you do in your free time?

I like to dabble in cooking / painting / craftwork / art = do an activity for fun

I’d like to try my hand at = to try something new I recently took up = began a new hobby

I am really into = really like

I need to recharge my batteries

I have been spending a chunk (some) of my time doing... I like to kid around with my friends (=have fun)

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 07:46:44 UTC

To take the weight off your mind = to get rid of a problem

That conversation with you over dinner really took a weight off my mind

To blow off steam = release energy or tension in order to relax (when stressed or angry)

I can blow off steam when I play football on Thursdays.

To loosen up = to relax

I am so tense after that terrible meeting, I need a coffee to loosen up.

To let your hair down = to relax

I am going to let my hair down and go dancing

To release my pent up energy = to release the tension

I need to go jogging to release this pent up energy

To put your feet up = to relax

I am going to put my feet up and watch a film

To take it easy = to relax

I like to take it easy by reading a book

To while away the time = to spend time in a relaxed way

I like to while away the afternoon watching Netflix.

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1.Very Accurate – Precise, Exact, Unimpeachable, Perfect, Flawless

2.Very Aggressive – Forceful, Overconfident, Insistent, Hardline

3.Very Angry – Annoyed, Furious, Irate, Enraged, Incensed, Fuming, Livid

4.Very Annoying – Irksome, Infuriating, Exasperating

5.Very Awake – Rested

6.Very Bad – Horrendous, Atrocious, Horrible, Awful

7.Very Beautiful – Stunning, Astonishing, Charming, Magnificent (e.g. view), Exquisite, Gorgeous, Ravishing, Mesmerizing, Picturesque (e.g. place), Breathtaking (e.g. the view from the window), Exquisite (e.g. hand-made decorations), Attractive, Good-looking, Pretty

8.Very Big – Giant, Immense, Massive, Enormous, Huge, Giant, Tremendous, Humongous

9.Very Boring – Dull (sometimes using as a stupid)

10.Very Bright, Light – Luminous, Dazzling

11.Very Busy – Swamped

12.Very Calm – Serene

13.Very Careful – Prudent, Cautious

14.Very Careless – Reckless

15.Very Charming – Enchanting

16.Very Cheap – A bargain, Inexpensive, Low-Budget, Stingy

17.Very Clean – Spotless, Tidy

18.Very Clear – Obvious

19.Very Cold – Freezing

20.Very Colorful – Vibrant

21.Very Competitive – Cutthroat

22.Very Complete – Comprehensive

23.Very Confused – Indecisiveness, Perplexed

24.Very Conventional – Conservative

25.Very Cool – Impeccable, Incredible

26.Very Creative – Innovative

27.Very Crowded – Packed, Bustling

28.Very Cute – Adorable

29.Very Dangerous – Perilous

30.Very Dear – Cherished

31.Very Deep – Profound

32.Very Depressed – Despondent

33.Very Detailed – Meticulous

34.Very Different – Disparate

35.Very Dirty – Squalid, Dingy, Filthy

36.Very Disturbing – Unnerving

37.Very Dry – Arid

38.Very Dull – Tedious

39.Very Easy – Effortless

40.Very Empty – Desolate

41.Very Evil – Wicked

42.Very Excited – Thrilled

43.Very Exciting – Exhilarating

44.Very Expensive – Overpriced

45.Very Fancy – Lavish

46.Very Far – Remote

47.Very Fast – Rapid, Rapidly, Quick

48.Very Fat – Obese

49.Very Fierce – Ferocious

50.Very Friendly – Amiable, Cheerful

51.Very Frightened – Alarmed

52.Very Frightening – Terrifying

53.Very Funny – Hilarious, Absurd, Ludicrous

54.Very Glad – Overjoyed

55.Very Good – Superb, Marvelous, Excellent

56.Very Happy – Jubilant, Delighted, Joyful, Overjoyed, Elated, On cloud 9

57.Very Hard – Difficult, Challenging

58.Very Hard-to-find – Rare

59.Very Heavy – Leaden

60.Very High – Soaring

61.Very Hot – Scalding (i.e. Water, Tea, Coffee, etc.), Scorching (i.e. The sun, a fire, etc.), Sweltering

62.Very Huge – Colossal

63.Very Hungry – Ravenous, Starving, Famished

64.Very Hurt – Battered

65.Very Important – Vital, Crucial, Essential, Pivotal, All-important, Integral, Indispensable, Imperative

66.Very Intelligent – Sophisticated

67.Very Interesting – Intriguing, Fascinating, Captivating

68.Very Kind – Tender-hearted, Good-hearted, Compassionate

69.Very Large – Colossal

70.Very Lazy – Indolent

71.Very Lively – Animated

72.Very Lonely – Isolated

73.Very Long – Extensive

74.Very Long-term – Enduring

75.Very Loose – Slack

76.Very Loud – Deafening, Thunderous

77.Very Loved – Adored

78.Very Lovely – Adorable

79.Very Mean – Cruel

80.Very Messy – Slovenly

81.Very Neat – Immaculate

82.Very Necessary – Essential

83.Very Nervous – Apprehensive

84.Very Nice – Kind

85.Very Nice – Lovely

86.Very Noisy – Deafening

87.Very Often – Frequently

88.Very Old – Ancient

89.Very Old-fashioned – Archaic

90.Very Open – Transparent

91.Very Painful – Excruciating

92.Very Pale – Ashen

93.Very Peaceful – Calm, Tranquil

94.Very Perfect – Flawless

95.Very Polite – Educated

96.Very Poor – Destitute

97.Very Powerful – Compelling

98.Very Pretty – Beautiful

99.Very Pretty – Gorgeous

100.Very Pricey – Luxurious, Expensive, Priceless, Costly

101.Very Quiet – Hushed

102.Very Quiet - Silent

103.Very Raining – Pouring

104.Very Rare – Phenomenal

105.Very Rich – Wealthy, Affluent

106.Very Risky – Precarious, Perilous, Dangerous

107.Very Roomy – Spacious

108.Very Rude – Vulgar

109.Very Sad – Heartbroken, Depressing, Miserable, Sorrowful, Melancholic, Heavyhearted, Mournful (e.g. voice), Doleful (e.g. eyes)

110.Very Scared – Terrified, Frightened, Petrified

111.Very Scary – Chilling

112.Very Serious – Grave, Solemn

113.Very Sharp – Keen

114.Very Shiny – Gleaming

115.Very Short – Brief

116.Very Shy – Timid

117.Very Silly – Foolish

118.Very Simple – Plain, Straightforward, Basic

119.Very Skillful – Seasoned, Veteran, Handy

120.Very Skinny – Scrawny, Skeletal

121.Very Sleepy – Lethargic

122.Very Slow – Sluggish

123.Very Small – Tiny, Minuscule, Petite, Minute

124.Very Smart – Brilliant, Clever, Genius, Intelligent

125.Very Smelly – Pungent

126.Very Smooth – Sleek

127.Very Soft – Downy

128.Very Sorry – Apologetic

129.Very Special – Unique, Extraordinary, Exceptional

130.Very Spectacular – Splendid

131.Very Strange – Abnormal, Bizarre, Outlandish

132.Very Strong – Muscular, Forceful

133.Very Stupid – Idiotic

134.Very Suddenly and quickly – Spontaneously

135.Very Sure – Certain

136.Very Surprised – Amazed, Astounded, Flabbergasted, Astonished, Shocked

137.Very Sweet – Thoughtful

138.Very Talented – Gifted

139.Very Tall – Towering

140.Very Tasty – Heavenly, Delicious, Delectable

141.Very Thin – Lean, Slender, Gaunt

142.Very Thirsty – Parched

143.Very Tight – Cramped, Constricting

144.Very Tired – Exhausted

145.Very Ugly – Grotesque, Hideous

146.Very Unhappy – Miserable

147.Very Upset – Distraught

148.Very Valuable – Precious

149.Very Warm – Hot

150.Very Weak – Feeble, Frail

151.Very Weird – Bizarre

152.Very Well-to-do – Wealthy

153.Very Wet – Soaked

154.Very Wicked – Villainous

155.Very Wide – Expansive

156.Very Willing – Eager

157.Very Windy – Blustery

158.Very Wise – Enlightened, Sagacious, Sage

159.Very Worried – Anxious, Dismayed, Apprehensive, Restless, Fretful, Distressed

1. DO YOU DRINK A LOT OF WATER EVERYDAY ?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 17:04:09 UTC

- To be perfectly honest, I don't drink as much water as I should. The recommended amount of water is roughly three liters a day, but I think I only drink approximately 2 liters. Maybe that's why I usually feel hot inside and I get pimples quite often. I should change that soon in order not to be dehydrated

2. DO YOU DRINK TAP OR BOTTLED WATER?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-02 17:12:50 UTC

- Well, I'm not a picky one. If I'm at home, I tend to drink tap water. Even when I'm out and about, I still carry my bottle filled with water from the tap at home because I don't want to buy a plastic bottle and throw it away after I use it. Except for the situation that my bottle is out of water and I cannot find anywhere to fill it up, then my last resort is to buy a bottled one.

3. DO YOU EVER DRINK OTHER KINDS OF WATER?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-03 02:15:27 UTC

- Yes, I mean if it's potable. Like, besides tap water, sometimes, I drink sparkling water as well. I find it quite refreshing and good for rehydration, especially after a hot and humid day in Sai Gon. However, this kind of water is not so popular with most Vietnamese people. I guess sparkling water is usually offered at luxury hotels or some high-end dining restaurants.
- Moreover, I also drink mineral water, like Lavie, I-on Life, or Evian.

4. Have you ever been thirsty but have nothing to drink ?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-03 02:46:40 UTC

- Oh yes, I remembered there was a time that I had to sit for a Literature exam. Even when I know that students aren't allowed to bring a bottle of water into the exam room, I still didn't drink some in advance because I didn't want to go to the restroom later on. Unfortunately, the exam room was quite hot, I started to sweat a little bit and my mouth started to be dry. After about 30 minutes, I felt quite dizzy because of lacking water. BUT, I still have to wait for another one hour to finish the exam. That was terrible, I had to bear being thirsty for 90 minutes. Right after the bell rang, I went straight to my backpack and guzzled my water bottle :))

Is water bottle expensive in your country?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-03 02:55:56 UTC

- I guess no, the price of a water bottle is quite affordable here. It's around 6-7000 VND for mineral water, that's about 0.3 $. Sparkling water might cost a bit more, about 20,000 VND, nearly 1 in the US Dollar

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DO YOU LOVE HISTORY ?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-08 13:34:45 UTC

Yes, I do love history because it teaches me about how our nation was formed in the past, and about the victorious events of many countries in the world. Getting to know the difference between how people or our ancestors lived in the past and how we live today, In order to pay tribute to our grandparents, our ancestors. Thanks to them that we can have a better life today

FAV Historical events

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-08 13:39:15 UTC

- 30th of July
- the independent day
- undergone colonization of foreign invaders
- south-north division
- poverty and destitute condition
- exploitation of labor
- courageous fighting spirit
- gain independence
- eliminate invader

IMPORTANCE OF HISTORY

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-08 13:42:13 UTC

- our origin
- difficulties and misery
- appreciate the independence and happiness
-

do like to learn or read about history?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-08 13:44:13 UTC

- prefer to watch historical films than learn through textbooks
- once thought history was boring

do you think the internet is an ideal place to learn about history?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-08 13:45:37 UTC

Yup, I do think so
- a huge source of info
- inaccuracy
- distorted facts
- be careful
- pick and choose

Historical Figure

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-08 14:34:55 UTC

-Vo Thi Sau, a Vietnamese heroine
- courageous fighting spirit
- deep resentment against the invaders
- 14, started working in the intelligence agency
- ingenuity: tài tình khéo léo
- vivacity: mĩ mãn, rực rỡ
- utmostly scared of her
- tortured her
- but still cannot get any statement.
- let sb be under sentence of death
- gun barrel
- national antheme
-fearless eye

what do you think is the best age to learn driving

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-08 14:52:22 UTC

- definitely from 19 years old
- but I think they should learn whenever they have time for that
- still young so acquiring a new skill won’t be that difficult.
- maturity

how do you feel about getting older?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-08 14:56:48 UTC

- hmm at first I might think that's gonna be boring as when we get older, that's also mean you have more things in life to be considered, like families, your children if you decide to have kids in the future
- bills that you have to cover and many things else
- however, that's not all that getting older is about. I mean there are many new things for me to try and experience when I'm an adult.
- some dont even get a chance to live up till their 20s 30s, so I would consider them as a blessing, and i gotta make the most of my experiences and not to worry about getting older anymore

should we treat people of different ages in the same way?

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-08 15:03:01 UTC

- Nah, I think we should treat people appropriately, depending on their ages and position.
- for people who are older than you or your boss. We need to look up to them and treat them with respect. This is what not only Vietnamese parents but also parents in other countries want to teach their kids to be well-behaved. I think this is how you show others your respect and politeness. Otherwise, people gonna think that you're uncomfortable to be around. Some gonna be insulted and if it's serious, they might think you're uneducated :))

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-16 07:07:47 UTC

alright, so when it comes to this question, maybe you have expected me to wish to own sth like a phone, smartwatch, or sth alike. But what I want to buy in the future is an automatic cat litter box :))

Specifically, It's a small sphere-shaped house that a cat can go inside to do his own business. It has a filter and we will pour the cat sand on top. And when the cat has finished taking a leak or sth similar, the filter inside the machine will start rotating to separate the feces part and unused sand. Then those excrements, which are left on the filter, will be separated the 2nd time and finally stay on a specific tray.

Normally, my cat will do his business in a normal litter box, and I have to scoop all the litter and clean the litter box every morning so when I saw my favorite YouTuber recommending this item, I immediately thought it will be useful for me.

I did some research and I realized that this machine is so convenient. It helps save my time but for money, I'm not too sure at first, it's quite pricey. But when I know that the machine also helps eliminate the smell, I think it is worth its cost. Also, I'm saving up so that I can buy one in the future.

nguyenthientrang3108 — 2022-06-17 04:07:39 UTC

What kind of holiday do you like?
- Well, I like to spend my holiday on both travelling and relaxing. But most of the time, I tend to go for the one which I can just wind off after a long period of time working and studying in a boisterous city like SG. My ideal holiday would be at a resort near the beach, or somewhere off the beaten track as I tend to avoid tourist traps. Last year, I had a holiday of a lifetime.

What do you like to do when you’re on holiday?
- Well, I’d like to go sightseeing in some several places of interests, somewhere that I can take pictures of beautiful and picturesque scenery.

Im such a foodie so I’d like to try out new local foods there.

Do you have many tourists in your country?
- Well, yes. There are oceans of tourists in VN. And the number even rose more significantly after Covid19, as our government has called upon pushing up the National Tourism.

Part 2-style task

Describe a beautiful place you once visited. You should say:

 when you went to this place
- last 15th birthday of mine

 where it was
- Minera Resort, a Japanese-style resort. Spa and sauna, near the Long Hai Beach.
- About 2 hour drive from HCM City
- We stayed here for 3 days, and 2 nights. And because my bday was on weekdays, fortunately, that the resort was quite poorly patronized
- Moreover, we even got 30% discounts on room payment as my bday is 1 day before the National Day.

 whom you went with
- I went with my family, my aunt’s family and my grandparents.
- after finishing the test at school, when my mind was in a completely relaxing state.

 and say why you liked it so much.

- has its own beach area, where only customers in the resort can go there.
- Has its own restaurant, beautifully designed room
- Go to the sauna area near the reservation building.
- many greenery places.

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EDUCATION

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go to uni = attend uni
competitive admission: cạnh tranh đầu vào
to major in sth
meet deadlines
topnotch = modern
ask for advice = to turn to for advice
to take an exam = sit for an exam
fulfill my dream of sth = make my dream come true
academic achievement
probation
cert: chứng chỉ sau khi tham gia khoá học
degree: bằng cấp lâu dài