Choose Skill => Level

LIKE

1. Specialty 

2. Cultural/ Traditional identity/ uniqueness/ richness

EXTRA:

Effects/ Benefits:

FUTURE: 

Speaking of ___/ As for ______/ Another thing is

AREAS to IMPROVE

About / Regarding / In terms of N

• Speaking of N
• When it comes to N
• As for N

S2 (15/11): SPE - SPORT => 2h

S3 (17/11) (1h30): WRITING (correct Edu-choose subjects + 2 HW)

S4 (22/11) 2h: WRITING (Process + Common mistakes)

S5 (24/11): BUILDING + Quizlet + Stress: 2h

S6 (29/11): Process: 1.5h

T6, 20:30

=> cultivate a good self-image

=> build self-esteem

athlete => PR

I am not usually watching them on TV

= I don't watch TV + ON A DAILY/ REGULAR BASIS

interesting # boring

PARAPHRASE

I running rarely => go for run / rarely RUN/ TAKE PART IN THIS PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

specify: EXAMPLE

X is not that good to running

=> physical endurance / stamina

COMFORT ZONE

although I know that [BENEFITS]

hold back

Furthermore

=> On top of that

=> Besides

=> Plus

HABIT

I still want to maintain that habit = settle/ fall into that HEALTHY ROUTINE / KEEP UP the healthy habit

UPGRADE - relationship

my INTIMATE classmates who:

• get along / on well with me

• are on the same wavelength (about)

• see eye to eye about

• on good terms with sb

I'm gonna

FEATURES

• When it comes to EQUIPMENT:

• Speaking of THE LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY, piece of a cake / physically demanding BECAUSE

FUTURE:

• Settle into => benefits

• Stop => Drawbacks (cost, busy schedule)

_________________

PLUS ✅

GR

help us widen my CIRCLE of FRIENDS AND ACQUAINTANCES

= expand my social circle

spend the young for => THEIR YOUTH that activity

PR: 

• understandable

• career

IDEA DEVELOPMENT

Answer

Reason:

Example: For example, // A is a prime example of ___

A

• Reason/ Explain: dull

• Expand: theme parks....

• as I know

AREAS to IMPROVE:

LR:

• Ancient monument

• destination/ site/ attraction

• Adj: appealing ~ stunning ~ picturesque

• tourist magnet

• flock of tourists = travellers = visitors = vacationers = holiday-makers

• visit = go sight-seeing

• FEELINGS: I find it spectacular when

• CONTRAST: However, go sightseeing >< enjoy gaining insights into cultural identity

Paraphrase:

French architecture

give off a vintage vibe

a Vietnamese resident/ citizen/ inhabitant people

https://www.ted.com/talks/madhumita_murgia_how_stress_affects_your_brain

T/F

• Your brain will shrink in size

• Stress can't be reduced by breathing. F

• Excessive & Extreme stress may be counter-productive T

The first destination to spring to my mind

PEOPLE

cruel / inhumane

aggressive = fierce

cold-hearted

ERRORS: 

was designed by French architects.

was influenced by French architecture.

American soldier

FUTURE

• family: strengthen the bonds

• relieve the moment

  => mental: take my mind off work

  => knowledge: gain deeper insights into VNwars.

  For example, sacrifice to eliminate foreign invaders

make ends meet >< stable income => reduce crime rate

It's totally can => Absolutely / Obviously yes

to find jobs to live

eliminate => PR

ENCOURAGE:

• ORGANIZE field trips => raise awareness of the

  [SACRIFICE] of [sb]

  => PROMOTE ....

• UPGRADE their facilities and services => appeal to a wide range of tourists

PROTECT:

enact / implement laws / regulation

=> fine/ punish the people who throw trash and pollute

________________

10.5h (new), 13/3:

T4, 2h, 20:30-22:30

• Data:

• Speaking: 2 topics

CN, 17/3, 2h

• Task 1:

  *higher education - Country A, B, C, D

  *fish and chip

• Spe: 1-6: Taylor

not stated

T6 (29/3): 90'

T4 (3/4): 90'

T6 (__/4): 60'

CN ____

T5 (11/4): 90'

________

CN (21/4): 2h - overview

T4 (24/4): 1.5h

do it

___________

change my new phone => get rid of

60 => iPhone 16

have a severty?

Plus/ On top of that/ Beside/ Another point is...

spend 4 hours to

• going online

• browsing webs

• engaging in this VIRTUAL WORLD

reduce my screentime

=> to avoid eyestrain and shortsightedness / visual impairment

THEIR studying

Type 2: Heading

play puzzle => engage in games

wind down

exhausted => exhausting day

in mint condition ✅

TO A NEW PHONE

cutting-edge = state-of-the-art (C1)

trustful -> trustworthy

have been working/ studying

*was founded

keep fit => slide for 3 KINDS of BENEFITS of sports

save memory of

exchange info with friends IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE

to store and retrieve data

with ease = easily

brusque: thô lỗ

compensation: bù đắp

prevelent

beef

hold grudges

_________

told => 👀

go easy on/with

=> not demanding / tough customer

____________

examples are needed

asked to met => meet the manager

can't => couldn't swallow her anger 😡

The service was SO sluggish and unprofessional THAT my mom couldn't...

unprofessional ❤️

voucher

despite of the fact that

=> although

a feedback

Well-trained staff

accommodating waiters

lose a potential customer

______________

less common words

complex structure

=> template

individuals

if show my love to her

=> show my AFFECTION FOR sb

idea deve

CELEB

household name

public figure

a person in THE lime light

renowned / celebrated/ noted

have a good reputation for

think outside the box

be nowhere to be found

is missing

cover 4 aspects

Weaknesses

need more examples

SUGGESTIONS

1. connected speech

meet her

2. vary the rhythm, pitch, length, volume

• person

• place

______________

she is very inspired => inspiring

_____________

fall into a healthy habit

hone = enhance swimming + skills

imitate the dishes => learn / figure out the recipes

she's => was born to do that job

I can excel at cooking

be self-reliant (adj)

+appearance-> stunning

+sceneries->scenic views

+exterior/interior-> spacious

L: location

+distance-> lies at the heart of the city

+how u get there-> by public transport

+how often->frequently

a stone's throw away: near

A: activity

+activities: enjoys local cuisines, take photos

+feelings: excited, overwhelmed

C: characteristic

+type of place: coastal city, countryside, remote area

+popularity: the tourist attraction// attraction

E: effects

+benefit//drawback: contribute to the economy, remind ppl of the history.

feel at ease (C1)

hospitable

harmonious vibe

Connectors

in a different league: next level:)

a patch on// on par with: sánh ngang hàng

be big on~ fond of

pack sth with sth/sb: full of//crowded

crush (n): crowd of people

tranquil: relax

up one's alley: favorite

dragon bridge that crosses a Han river, which is a stunning rive

which is a tourist magnet of a city

and it's also_____

speaking of the local cuisine

last but not least 👍

what makes it distinguish => ADJ => distinctive from other cities is the night life

what distinguishes DN from other cities

a crush of people?

=> a flock of tourists

using linking words

provide example

widen knowledge in daily life-> think about simple things and express feelings// hopes

VOCAB

->learn through contexts, find synonyms and PRACTICE more

GRAMMAR

tense//modal verbs// relative clause// if, wish// cleft sentence

PRONUNCIATION

stress

• Hopes->If you may ask, I really hope one day

• Comment-effects->this is so ADJ that I...

  • As a high school student, I have a very limited budget// occupied with hectic schedule// stressed out over my study, so that //I need to...

• Feeling-effects->Whenever, I'm down in the dumps//over the moon...

• alternative-> I'd rather+V// prefer...than...

He's been a bit blue since she left him.

a long face(idiom): look sad

occupied with hectic schedule

have a change of scenery

- full of lights

- huge glass window to enjoy the view

- give off cozy vibe

- be equipped with high-tech//cutting-edge appliances namely speakers, cleaning robots, devices with voice recognition

- throw party, gather in the same room, cook together, play board games

- will renovate the room, paint, enlarge// install// upgrade(the room)

BUILDINGS

- hot tourist destination

- an iconic building

- crowded with travelers//holiday-makers//visitors// vacationers

- rip SO off

- treasure a memory// treasured possession

I will always treasure those memories of my dad

This pen that my grandfather gave me is one of my most treasured possessions.

- instantly answer messages from my friends//parents

- surf my new feed and social media account

- activities-> cry my eyes out// sob my heart out// made friends// has 1st impression// on edge: nervous

• try different dishes// unique decorations// overwhelmed

- accidents->got stuck in a traffic accident// got soaked by the rain-> unforgettable//regretful incident

PUBLIC/NATIONAL EVENTS

- activities-> traditional games// food from different cuisine

- feeling-> well-organized// excited// connected to others// chances to strengthen my bonds with my family

- meaning-> express attitude to our forbear~ancestor// family gatherings// time to refresh ourselves//

- in the center of the city// located in the heart of the city// on the outskirt of the city

- got frustrated by the unprofessional staffs// feel like being cheated// cannot imagine how they can cook such low-quality dishes

be glued to sth

glue their eyes to the phone screens

overeat//over consume snacks// junk food

- keep my body hydrated

- release stress

- stay in good shape

- lose concentration

- reduce my work productivity

- cut down on snacks// junk food

- do wonder for my health= be beneficial for>< have negative impact on= be harmful to

- accountable to/for: be responsible for

- stay calm and find my inner peace

- chill out// wind down

- maintain// develop// form-> goo habits

- get rid of// break-> bad habits

That's a no brainer to me

Im absolutely clueless about this but...

It seems to me that...

and

also /s/

make me more energetic

Good: stick to the goals

convey meaningful messages

whenever

recharge my batteries

which is a tourist magnet

breathtaking sceneries

good reputation for

overwhelmed

love the intonation

What distinguishes

_______

is => The locals are hospitable

relive the memory

The best// the most ideal place for

FLUENCY

by visiting// go sight-seeing zoos

live with the nature again

=> reconnect with nature

I will visit this place again

=> will be on my agenda

place= tourist magnet// tourist attraction//place for wildlife preservation

relive the memorable memories

GR: ~0:46 là could chứ không phải can nhe em.

LR: "I feel like I live again" -> hmm "continue studying and working" ok hơn á bé.

GR: "the first time that I bought that book": đổi bought -> read

LR: suggest -> recommend. (recommend this book to my friend)

GR: serves -> served; update ON news; too much "you know"

LR: scrolling -> surfing the Internet

the most impressive thing

never rip the tourists OFF

the most + significant thing

- hate sth => I couldn't stand + Ving// I detest + Ving

• exciting~ exhilarating~hillarious~engrossing

• boring, repetitive~ monotonous~dull

• unrealistic~far-fetched

• useless~pointless

• causing interest~ stimulating~thought-provoking=contemplate~complicated

• attractive~visually appealing

• horrifying-terrifying

• educational~valuable~meaningful

• mainstream~common

• moving~touched

• shallow: nông cạn// không sâu sắc

-blockbuster: bom tấn

-classify~sort out

-high-profile~renowned~well-known~celebrated

-good-looking

-convincing (adj): thuyết phục

-revolve around~center around

-convey meaningful messages

-advanced special effects

-movie-goer~ movie watcher~audience~movie person

• sleep a wink at night

• be kept on edge of one's seat => engrossing

• couldn't stop laughing

• started to weep => moving

• dozed off halfway: sleep inadvertently// unintentionally

hit the gym

health-conscious person

seek inspiration

0%: once in a blue moon

50%: once in a while, from time to time, occasionally, sometimes

70%: frequently, often

100%: on a daily basis

stadium// gym center// basketball court// sport center

• It's located at the heart of the city// It's within walking distance of my house// It's takes...from my...

• It's all the rage among youngsters// It's suitable for people who...// There are wide range of//various activities for people to do, including...

• I'm just really grateful for this place (because...)// I'm always infected by people's excitement// exhilaration when...

- state-of-the-art// modern// up to date// cutting edge amenities// facilities

- spacious><cramped// It gives off a refreshing// lively vibe

- cheer up on their favorite team// give timely support to each other

- go for entertainment// recreation// studying// hanging out with my friends

• It is fully equipped with...

• It's an ideal place for citizens// sport enthusiast

- create more relationships and get to know our friends better// widen our social network

- do wonders for our physical health// physical stamina// staying power// prevent diseases

That being said: nói như vậy nhưng mà...

There are horde of reasons

Multiple reasons can explain this

It was so...that...

=> I would like to talk about the movie named ABC. It was so exhilarating that I kept gluing at the screen.

It was such a(n)... movie that

It was extremely... to an extent that I

I would be lying if I said yes...

certainly not

That's a huge no for me

Absolutely

that's for sure

you can say so

It's advisable to><It's pointless doing sth

catch up with// get updated the fashion trends

have an eye for fashion: có gu thẩm mỹ

look on point~stylish~fashionable

perfectly fits my body

loose

cheesy// stylish// fashionable// on point//old-fashioned

versatile: tính ứng dụng cao//linh hoạt

come across: trở nên

put on// wear// mix and match// choose

difference// disparity//distinction

• made of (cotton, leather)

• pricy//expensive//cost an arm and a leg//overpriced >< within budget// reasonable

• It's characterized by a plain// checkered// dotted// stripe// floral shirt

• It's from a luxury// local brand so it's(not) very durable

• leave a professional impression on others

• boost my confident// lift up my mood// reflect my personality// suit my style

• flatter// nourish my skin

• right up my alley

• It's... in color

• what sets it apart is (the floral pattern)

• What captures my heart is...

• go on a shopping//drinking//spending spree

• on the hunt for discount offers

a penny-pincher~stingy

• shop for essentials//take into consideration//make a buying list//avoid impulsive buying

boast: sở hữu cái gì đó đáng tự hào => I boast a huge collection of...

hobby// interest// pursuit~ pastime

set a budget// beyond my budget

keeping track of your expense: manage the budget

throw money around// waste money

set aside

a rainy day: ngày cần tiền( unintentionally)

It is important for people to set aside money for rainy days

open multiple bank accounts

It's time-saving to exchange money as gifts

-It's more practical for recipients

-It's doesn't have any sentimental values for//attached to recipients

-This practice turns people into money-driven individuals

-People will no longer appreciate the meaning values of the occasion

I was taken by surprise since I do not expect to receive it

occupied with// dealt with hectic schedule

comprehend: understand

galaxy

universe

astronomy

LEARN 

= acquire knowledge about

= gain insights into

= expand / broaden my horizons about

*cram for exam

BENEFITS

• natural phenomenon: full moon and eclipse

  => curious about

• space travel/ exploration/ study: GPS, satellite, weather forecast

  => crop productivity and delivery

  
  

DRAWBACKS

1. Academic: be relevant to my future major, which is Event management

2. Physical: as fit as fiddle = to be in the zero atmosphere / weightless condition

3. Financial: live on a tight budget => splash out/ overspend on space travel

4. Interest: not keen on// dry => romantic genres

5. Life style: have a hectic schedule

We can see from the chart that

In contrast

On the contrary

___differs from___

Both// are alike// are similar//similarly

increased dramatically// slightly// significantly

have an significant// dramatic// slight increase in

before+ ving

after// followed by + noun

witnessed//observed// saw

• study

• busy life....

2. Prepare for questions (do it + look up new vocab)

3. Rehearse

4. Record

5. Inform

cope with stress

broaden my horizons

STUDY

(mentally alert) -> burn the midnight oil -> meet deadlines / cram for exams => pass the test with flying colors

BE relevant to my major

WORK

boost my productivity

=> earn handsome salary

=> improve my career prospects

widen my circle of friends and acquaintances

strike up a friendship

hit it off

to know someone inside out

prevent us from dripping apart

make my day

be over the moon

on cloud nine

_____________

down in the dumps

under the weather

on the rack

have a fundamental impact on

a boon for

comes in handy

Fascinating ~ engaging ~ stimulating

***INTRIGUING

health-conscious

prevention is better than cure

ổn nhưng mà đã có because of thì đừng so that nữa nha gái

from time to time

occasionally

frequently

afraid of leaving somewhere -> leaving THEM somewhere

he's really good => competent at repairing thing

grateful

hire a mechanic

specialised knowledge

a way to .... relax in a hot summer day

MEMORY VOCAB

have a memory like an elephant >< a sieve

long / short memory

definition of dreams

weird

spend => allocate time to

high ____ profiency

a better job with higher salary ___[how]__ thanks to Korean proficiency

a well-paid job with HANDSOME SALARY in MULTI-NATIONAL COMPANIES thanks to Korean proficiency

Vocab range

This conventional method is not very useful in daily life

center to learn* = enhance / enhance English

improve their era => area

maintain strong friendship

get through difficulties

times are tough

drift away

Billy no-mates

double edge-sword

outgoing

• UE

• SGU

• USSH

• UTE

• IU

• UEH (chạy cơ sở)

• BUH

• UEL

• UL

• UFM

• UEF (tư)

• HUTECH

• HUFLIT

digital marketing

media / event

e-commerce

talk up a storm

operating system

1. BE blessed with sparkling and a genuine smile

   as fit as a fiddle

   flawless / impeccable

   gorgeous

PERSONALITY:

a health-conscious// fashion conscious person

stick to their goal and follow their dream

sport enthusiast

lend me an ear => share life ups and downs

get through difficulties

be with me through THICK AND THIN

be over the moon

down in the dumps

ABILITY

• be competent at

• excels at / in V-ing

• has many awards under her belt

IMPACT

• role model?

  => inspired?

  => follow in his/ her footsteps

  => acquire knowledge/ skills

  => ease my mind

FUTURE

1. Meet sb in person

2. gather/ catch up with

3. share ups and downs

GROUP 2: 54, 56=> object// picture beautiful

GROUP 3: 18,62, 120 => technology hard to use

GROUP 4: 110, 124=> book//story

REMAIN: plant, handcraft

• Where: mud

• When:

• why: national flower which show CULTURAL IDENTITY

PRICE:

• 10k dong/ flower

  a bouquet of lotus

  
  

FUNCTION:

• tourism: appealing

• seed: tea => mouthwatering + nutritious + good for sleep

• leaf -> wrapping food

  
  

FUTURE:

• see it person => take a trip to Dong Thap/ D9

• grown/ planted/ cultivated

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aim 7

Video of previous courses

10 types

GROUP 2: 2,15 => holiday

GROUP 3: 5,16 => bad service

GROUP 4: 3, 9, 11=> activity

HARD:

• special day out which didn't cost very much. 

•  saw two of your friends argue. 

• took a risk and you knew something bad might happen, but it had a positive result. 

• 
  

• introducing

• Both sides

Body 1: View 1

Body 2: View 2

Conclusion:

• summarise

• give personal opinion + reason

________

FULL TEMPLATE

Intro:

It is commonly believed that...

This essay discusses both merits and drawbacks...

Body 1: A1 and A2

Body 2: D1 and D2

In conclusion, although... may benefit A1 and A2, it still has negative impacts on... negatively. Therefore,...

[topic] impact (v) D1 and D2 negatively

2. do... outweigh

Intro:

It is commonly believed that...

personally, I am more convinced that ....outweigh

Body 1: Advantage 1

Body 2: Advantage 2

Body 3: Disadvantage 1

In conclusion, considering both but I am more persuaded

by the benefits +

It is commonly believed that...

Personally, I am totally// mostly//somewhat convinced by the opinion...

Body1: Reason 1

Body2: Reason 2

Conclusion: I totally//mostly//somewhat agree with the point of view because....

It commonly believed that...

I am more convinced that... might

• have beneficial impact on...

• exert negative influence on

Body1: Positive 1

body2: Positive 2

In conclusion, I believe that.... have positive benefits to.../// undesirable effect to...

1. *Template

2. *Random questions => combine

3. *Double check 

4. *Outline => Check-list => Write (Intro - 2-3 Topic sente - Conclusion)

5. Useful phrases: cause-effect-solution

6. Connectors

7. GR: accuracy + range

TASK 1

TA: accuracy

1. TREND

2. COMPAR

3. DATA SEPA

• aquatic animals// world// ecosystem

• creature=species

• gain different knowledge

• 
  

• 
  

learn this astronomy phenomenon in school

gaining differ knowledge about space

observe...in person

1. *Template

2. *Random questions => combine (10 types)

3. *Double check 

4. *Outline => Check-list => Write (Intro - 2-3 Topic sente - Conclusion)

5. Useful phrases: cause-effect-solution

6. Connectors

7. GR: accuracy + range

TASK 1

TA: accuracy

1. TREND

2. COMPAR

3. DATA SEPA