PLACE

8. Describe your favourite place in your house where you can relax
You should say:
Where it is
What it is like
What you enjoy doing there
And explain why you feel favourite this place
Part 3 :
1. Why is it difficult for some people to relax?
2. What are the benefits of doing exercise?
3. Do people in your country exercise after work?
4. What is the place where people spend most of their time in their home?
5. Which is more important, mental relaxation or physical relaxation?

12. Describe an indoor or outdoor place where it was easy for you to study
You should say:
Where it is
What it is like
When you go there
What you study there
And explain why you would like to study in this place
Part 3 :
1. Do you like to learn on your own or with others?
2. What's the difference between learning face-to- face with teachers and learning by
yourself?
3. Do you prefer to study at home or study in other places?
4. What are the benefits of gaining work experience while studying?
14. Describe an interesting place in your country that not many people visit
You should say:
Where the place is
How you got to know about this place
Why only very few people visit there
And explain how you feel about this place
Part 3 :
1. Why do people go to visit tourist attractions?
2. What makes a tourist attraction famous?
3. Do local people like to visit local tourist attractions?
4. Do you think tourism causes environmental damage?
5. Should all tourist attractions be free to the public?

16. Describe a natural place (e.g. park, mountain)

You should say:
Where this place is
How you knew this place
What it is like
And explain why you like to visit it
Part 3 :
1. What kind of people like to visit natural places?
2. What are the differences between a natural place and a city?
3. Do you think that going to the park is the only way to get close to nature?
4. Do you know any wild animals in the city?
5. Do you think it is a good idea to let animals stay in local parks for people to visit?
37. Describe an important river, lake or area of water in your country
You should say:
Where in your country it is
How big it is
What it looks like
And explain why this river, lake or area of water is important for your country
Part 3 :
Water-based activities
- (identify) the most popular water sports in...../your country
- (give reasons) why people enjoy spending time near water
- (agree/disagree) all children should have swimming lessons at school
The world’s rivers
- (identify) the sorts of jobs that are associated with rivers
- (comment on) the importance of rivers for tourism
- (consider) the advantages and disadvantages of using rivers to transport people in cities
The world’s oceans
- (assess) the impact of pollution on the world’s oceans
- ( suggest) why the oceans are the least explored area of the planet
- (speculate on) whether there needs to be greater commercial use of the oceans in the
future
31. Describe a place you visited with your friends where you had a good time
You should say:
What the place is
Who you went with
When you went there
And explain why you think it is a good time
Part 3 :
1. How do you communicate with friends?
2. Do you think most people prefer to stay alone?
3. Can talking with people improve social skills?
4. Does technology help people communicate better with others?
5. How long should we spend time with others?
6. What skills can people learn when spending time with others?
7. People should spend more time with close friends or groups of friends?
23. Describe a ( city/country ) you would recommend as a nice place to live (not your
hometown)
You should say:
What it is
Where it is
What you know about this place
And explain why you recommend it as a nice place to live
Part 3 :
1. What kinds of places do older people prefer to live in?
2. What are the advantages of living close to the workplace?
3. Why do many people move to the city?
4. Where do people like to live in your country?
25. Describe another city you would like to stay for a short time
You should say:
Where the city is
Why you want to go there
Whom you will go there with
What you will do there
And explain why you will stay there just for a short time
Part 3 :
1. Why is the noise pollution worse in tourism cities than in other cities?
2. Do most people like planned travelling?
3. Do you think tourists may come across bad things in other cities?
4. Why do places with historical sites develop the tourism industry more actively?
5. Why are historical cities popular?
6. Why do people sometimes go to other cities or other countries to travel?

20. Describe a place where you thought things were too expensive
You should say:
What the place is like
Why you went there
Why things are expensive there
And explain how you feel about the place
Part 3 :
1. Why do some people still use cash?
2. Will the payment be paperless in the future?
3. What do you think of the view that time is as important as money?
4. Is it more important to choose a job with a high salary or with more time off?
5. How important is it to have a variety of payment options?
6. Why are things more expensive in some places than in others?
45. Describe a noisy place you have been to.
You should say:
What it is
When you went there
What you did there
And explain why you feel it’s a noisy place
Part 3 :
1. Do you think it is good for children to make noise?
2. Should children not be allowed to make noise under any circumstances?
3. What kinds of noises are there in our life?
4. Which is exposed to more noise, the city or the countryside?
5. How would people usually respond to noises in your country?
6. How can people consider others’ feelings when chatting in public?

27. Describe an enjoyable journey by public transport

You should say:
Where you went
Who you were with
What you did
And how you felt about it
Part 3 :
1. Why do people choose to travel by public transport?
2. Why do more and more people like to travel by plane?
3. Do you think offering free public transport will solve traffic problems in the city?
4. What are the disadvantages of travelling by public transport?
5. What do you think are the cheapest and most expensive means of transport?
6. What are the difficulties that commuters face during rush hours?
33. Describe a place you have visited that is affected by air pollution
You should say:
Where have you been to a place with serious air pollution?
Why is it serious?
What kind of pollution there was
And explain how you felt about the pollution in this place
Part 3 :
Pollution and the environment
- (identify) the most common types of pollution where you live
- (consider) whether there is more pollution and rubbish today than in the past
- (speculate on) whether there will be more os less pollution and rubbish in the future
Individual responsibility for pollution
- (explain) why some individuals do not care about pollution and the environment
- (identify) what responsibilities individuals should have for looking after the environment
- (recommend) ways in which governments could educate people about pollution and the
environment
Pollution and the economy
- (consider) the economic costs of pollution
- (recommend) ways in which government can reduce-pollution
- (assess) the relative importance of economic growth and a sustainable environment

82. Describe a picture/photograph of you that you like

You should say:
Where it was taken/drawn
When it was taken/drawn
Who took/drew it
And explain how you felt about it

I would like to talk about one of the best pictures that I took 2 years ago. I remember this
photograph as my family had a great day in Da Lat. The view was breathtaking, I was really
excited, I took a lot of photographs of beautiful scenes and people there.
In the background, the sun looked like it was gradually receding into the waters below.
The sky consisted of an assortment of shades, a blend of reds, oranges and yellows. The water
below was mirroring this effect. The scenery was beautiful.
But one photo that I like the most is the one that I took for my parents. In the picture,
they were smiling cheerfully. To tell the truth, it was very rare to see my father's smile as he
always kept a serious facial expression. My father pointed at the sunset going down, there is
the sun in Ho Xuan Huong lake. My mom looked so surprised with warm happiness glowing in
her face.
When I saw the photo later, it brought back all those feelings of pleasure. I love that
picture, it saves the happiest time of my parents. It reminded me of the beauty of the outdoors
and the wonderful memories created during that trip. I want to go there one more time to take a
photo of my parents again.

Note:

2 years + family -> Dalat

view breathtaking → took photo (scenes & people)
the sun + sky + water
most: took for parents → were smiling cheerfully → father pointed sunset (HXH) → mom
surprise & warm happiness
father rare smile
felt: it brought happiness & saves the happinest → reminded outdoor + wonderful memories

Part 3:
1. Why do people take photos?
→ People take photos for various reasons. Primarily, photos serve as memories,
capturing special moments in our lives that we want to cherish and revisit. They also
help us communicate experiences and emotions with others, and for some,
photography is a form of artistic expression.

2. What do people use to take photos these days, cameras or phones?

→ Nowadays, the majority of people use their smartphones to take photos.
Smartphones have become increasingly sophisticated, offering high-quality cameras
with various features and editing options. While traditional cameras are still used by
professionals and photography enthusiasts, smartphones are more convenient and
accessible for everyday photography.

3. Is it difficult for people to learn how to take good photos?

→ Learning to take good photos can be challenging, but it's not necessarily
difficult. With the abundance of online resources, tutorials, and communities dedicated
to photography, anyone can improve their skills with practice and dedication.
Understanding concepts like composition, lighting, and editing techniques can
significantly enhance the quality of one's photos.
4. How do people keep their photos?
→ People keep their photos in various ways, depending on their preferences and
habits. Some prefer digital storage, using cloud services or social media platforms to
store and share their photos. Others still enjoy printing photos and keeping physical
albums or frames to display them in their homes. With the advancement of technology,
many people use a combination of both digital and physical methods to preserve their
precious memories.
38. Describe the place where you took photos more than once
You should say:
What the place is
How often you take photos there
What you photograph there
And explain why you like to take photos there
Part 3 :
1. Where do people often like to take photos?
2. Do young people take photos more than old people? Why?
3. Why do so many people spend money to take photos?
4. Why do people want a professional to take their photos?
5. When do people need a professional to take photos for them ?
6. Do you think being a photographer is a good job?