IELTS Speaking Practice: Childhood Memories

IELTS Speaking Practice: Childhood Memories

Speaking Part 1

Q1: Can you tell me some of your childhood memories?

I have a plethora of fond childhood memories. However, the one that stands out the most would be the time I went on a family vacation to the countryside. The tranquility of the place, the verdant green fields, and the simplicity of the locals left an indelible impression on me.

• Plethora → Số lượng lớn, nhiều

• Tranquility → Sự yên bình

• Indelible impression → Ấn tượng sâu sắc, không thể xóa nhòa

Q2: What was your favorite game in your childhood?

I was quite an outdoor person as a child. I used to adore playing hide-and-seek with my friends in our neighborhood. I found the thrill of being chased and the exhilaration of finding the perfect hiding spot absolutely riveting.

• Outdoor person → Người thích hoạt động ngoài trời

• Exhilaration → Cảm giác hào hứng, phấn khích

• Riveting → Hấp dẫn, lôi cuốn

Q3: Did you have a favorite toy when you were a child?

Yes, I indeed had a favorite toy. It was a teddy bear that my parents gave me on my fifth birthday. I used to take it everywhere with me. It was more than a toy, it was a cherished companion that kept me company during my solitary moments.

• Cherished companion → Người bạn yêu quý

• Solitary moments → Những khoảnh khắc cô đơn

Exercises

  1. 1. I have a ______ of fond childhood memories.
  2. 2. The ______ of the place left an indelible impression on me.
  3. 3. I was quite an ______ person as a child.
  4. 4. I found the thrill of being chased and the ______ of finding the perfect hiding spot absolutely riveting.
  5. 5. It was a ______ companion that kept me company during my solitary moments.
  6. 6. I used to adore playing ______-and-seek with my friends.
  7. 7. The verdant green fields and the ______ of the locals left an indelible impression on me.
  8. 8. I used to take my teddy bear ______ with me.
  9. 9. It was more than a toy, it was a ______ companion.
  10. 10. The ______ of the place, the verdant green fields left an indelible impression on me.

Answers

  1. 1. Plethora
  2. 2. Tranquility
  3. 3. Outdoor
  4. 4. Exhilaration
  5. 5. Cherished
  6. 6. Hide
  7. 7. Simplicity
  8. 8. Everywhere
  9. 9. Cherished
  10. 10. Tranquility

Học từ vựng cùng Thay Anh IELTS – Chủ đề: Law

Học từ vựng cùng Thay Anh IELTS

Topic hôm nay: Law

Từ vựng:

1. Legislation (/ˌledʒ.ɪˈsleɪ.ʃən/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Pháp luật, pháp chế
– Nghĩa tiếng Anh: A law or set of laws suggested by a government and made official by a parliament.
– Câu ví dụ: The new legislation made it illegal to smoke in public places.
2. Verdict (/ˈvɝː.dɪkt/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Phán quyết
– Nghĩa tiếng Anh: A decision on a disputed issue in a civil or criminal case or an inquest.
– Câu ví dụ: The jury returned a verdict of not guilty.
3. Defendant (/dɪˈfen.dənt/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Bị cáo
– Nghĩa tiếng Anh: A person, company, etc. who is accused of something in a law court.
– Câu ví dụ: The defendant denied all the allegations against him.
4. Plaintiff (/ˈpleɪn.tɪf/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Nguyên đơn
– Nghĩa tiếng Anh: A person who brings a legal action against another.
– Câu ví dụ: The plaintiff claimed damages for the injury he had suffered.
5. Prosecutor (/ˈprɑː.sə.kjuː.t̬ɚ/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Bên khởi kiện, Viện kiểm sát
– Nghĩa tiếng Anh: A legal official who accuses someone of committing a crime, especially in a law court.
– Câu ví dụ: The prosecutor outlined the details of the murder case to the jury.
6. Solicitor (/səˈlɪs.ɪ.tɚ/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Luật sư
– Nghĩa tiếng Anh: A type of lawyer in the UK who is allowed to do work for a client in court.
– Câu ví dụ: I have an appointment with my solicitor tomorrow.
7. Judicial (/dʒuːˈdɪʃ.əl/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: (thuộc) Tư pháp
– Nghĩa tiếng Anh: Of or relating to judges or the administration of justice.
– Câu ví dụ: He was given a 5-year judicial sentence for his crimes.
8. Bailiff (/ˈbeɪ.lɪf/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Cán bộ thi hành án
– Nghĩa tiếng Anh: A person who keeps order in a law court or who takes property from someone and sells it to pay debts.
– Câu ví dụ: The bailiff took our furniture because we couldn’t pay the rent.
9. Alibi (/ˈæl.ə.baɪ/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Bào chữa
– Nghĩa tiếng Anh: Proof that you were elsewhere when a crime was committed.
– Câu ví dụ: His defense team managed to produce a few witnesses to confirm his alibi.
10. Testimony (/ˈtes.tɪ.moʊ.ni/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Lời khai
– Nghĩa tiếng Anh: An official written or spoken statement about what you know to be true, usually in a law court.
– Câu ví dụ: The witness’s testimony was crucial in securing a guilty verdict.
Bài tập: Điền từ vào chỗ trống.
1. The _________ for the prosecution outlined the charges against the accused.
2. He has an irrefutable _________ – he was in hospital at the time of the murder.
3. The _________ has submitted new legislation to parliament for approval.
4. The _________ provides legal advice and assistance to clients.
5. The _________’s claim was strongly refuted by the defence team.
6. She gave her _________ in the court confidently and calmly.
7. The _________ was found guilty on all charges.
8. The _________ ordered Celia to return her friend’s property.
9. The _________ review of the court’s decision found serious error in judgement.
10. The _________ verdict marked the end of the high-profile trial.
ĐÁP ÁN
1. Prosecutor
2. Alibi
3. Government
4. Solicitor
5. Plaintiff
6. Testimony
7. Defendant
8. Bailiff
9. Judicial
10. Jury

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Học từ vựng cùng Thay Anh IELTS – Chủ đề: Art

Học từ vựng cùng Thay Anh IELTS

Topic hôm nay: Art

Từ vựng:

1. Aesthetic (/esˈTHedik/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Thẩm mỹ
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: Relating to the enjoyment or study of beauty.
– Câu ví dụ: In the world of art, the aesthetic quality is considered extremely vital.
2. Sculpture (/ˈskʌlpʧə/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Điêu khắc
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: The art of forming solid objects that represent a thing, person, idea, etc. out of a material such as wood, clay, metal, or stone, or an object made in this way.
– Câu ví dụ: His collection includes a few antique sculptures from Asia.
3. Canvas (/ˈkænvəs/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Bức tranh, khung tranh
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A piece of cloth, often stretched over a frame, that artists paint on.
– Câu ví dụ: An artist paints on a canvas with oil paints.
4. Acrylic (/əˈkrɪlɪk/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Sơn Acrylic
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A type of paint that dries quickly and is used especially by artists.
– Câu ví dụ: Acrylic paints are preferred by many artists because they dry so quickly.
5. Palette (/ˈpælɪt/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Bảng màu
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A thin board with curved edges and a hole for your thumb, used by artists to mix their paints on while they are painting.
– Câu ví dụ: Every artist has their own unique palette of colors.
6. Portraits (/ˈpɔːtrɪt/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Chân dung
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A painting, photograph, drawing, etc. of a person or, less commonly, of a group of people.
– Câu ví dụ: The gallery has a great collection of portraits from the 16th century.
7. Abstract (/æbˈstrækt/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Trừu tượng
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: Art that does not attempt to represent an accurate depiction of visual reality and instead use shapes, colors, forms and gestural marks to achieve its effect.
– Câu ví dụ: What I love about abstract art is that it’s open to personal interpretation.
8. Gallery (/ˈgæləri/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Phòng triển lãm
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A building or room for the exhibition of works of art.
– Câu ví dụ: We spent the afternoon wandering around the art gallery.
9. Calligraphy (/kəˈlɪɡ.rə.fi/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Thư pháp
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: The art of producing decorative handwriting or lettering with a pen or brush.
– Câu ví dụ: His handwriting is a work of art; it’s like calligraphy.
10. Masterpiece (/ˈmæstɚˌpiːs/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Kiệt tác
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship.
– Câu ví dụ: Michelangelo’s David is considered a masterpiece of sculpture.
Câu bài tập điền từ:
1. The modern art section at the museum had many ______ pieces, which were open for various interpretations. [1 word]
2. His ______ of the English countryside was painted with a warm and vibrant color palette. [1 word]
3. The artist uses both oil and ______ paints to create his unique works. [1 word]
4. The “Mona Lisa” painting is a well-known ______ of Renaissance art. [1 word]
5. I find it difficult to understand the ______ dimension in certain art forms. [1 word]
6. An artist usually mixes colors on a ______ before applying them to the canvas. [1 word]
7. The ______ was full of people looking at the new installation. [1 word]
8. His skill in ______ is stunning, every stroke is precise and thoughtful. [1 word]
9. This beautiful ______ of a woman was carved out of marble. [1 word]
10. She is working on a large ______ for her art project, painting with broad strokes. [1 word]
Đáp án:
1. Abstract
2. Portraits
3. Acrylic
4. Masterpiece
5. Aesthetic
6. Palette
7. Gallery
8. Calligraphy
9. Sculpture
10. Canvas

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Học từ vựng cùng Thay Anh IELTS – Chủ đề: Education

Học từ vựng cùng Thay Anh IELTS

Topic hôm nay: Education

Từ vựng:

1. Curriculum (/kəˈrɪkjʊləm/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Chương trình học
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: The subjects that are included in a course of study or taught in a school, college, etc.
– Câu ví dụ: Our school curriculum is very diverse and comprehensive.
2. Scholarship (/ˈskɑːlərʃɪp/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Học bổng
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: An amount of money that is given by a school, an organization, etc., to a student to help pay for the student’s education.
– Câu ví dụ: He got a scholarship to study abroad.
3. Tutor (/ˈtuːtər/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Gia sư
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A private teacher, typically one who teaches a single pupil or a very small group.
– Câu ví dụ: I’ll hire a math tutor to help me with my homework.
4. Graduate (/ˈɡrædʒueɪt/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Tốt nghiệp
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university).
– Câu ví dụ: She’s a graduate of Yale University.
5. Semester (/sɪˈmɛstər/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Học kỳ
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: One of two usually 18-week periods that make up an academic year at a school or college.
– Câu ví dụ: The semester starts in September.
6. Thesis (/ˈθiːsɪs/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Luận văn
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A long essay or dissertation involving personal research, written by a candidate for a university degree.
– Câu ví dụ: He defended his thesis successfully last week.
7. Diploma (/dɪˈploʊmə/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Bằng cấp
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A certificate awarded by an educational institution to show that someone has successfully completed a course of study.
– Câu ví dụ: He earned his diploma in engineering last year.
8. Homework (/ˈhoʊmˌwɜːrk/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Bài tập về nhà
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: Schoolwork that a student is required to do at home.
– Câu ví dụ: I have a lot of homework to do tonight.
9. Lecture (/ˈlɛkʧər/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Bài giảng
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: An educational talk to an audience, especially to students in a university.
– Câu ví dụ: The professor gave a lecture on climate change today.
10. Examination (/ɪgˌzæmɪˈneɪʃn/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Kỳ thi, kiểm tra
– Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A formal test that you take to show your knowledge or ability in a particular subject, or to obtain a qualification.
– Câu ví dụ: The final examination will be held in June.

Bài tập

1. I have to finish my _____ before going to bed.
2. My mum works as a maths ____ for high school students.
3. The college offers a _____ in Fashion Designing.
4. He is preparing for the entrance _____ to get into a reputed college.
5. My sister is a ____ of Harvard University.
6. I will present my ___ at the conference next month.
7. The speaker delivered an insightful ____ on artificial intelligence.
8. The new _____ for the academic year includes more practical lessons.
9. The ____ ends in November and then we will have a short break.
10. She received a _____ to study at a leading music school in New York.
Đáp án:
1. Homework
2. Tutor
3. Diploma
4. Examination
5. Graduate
6. Thesis
7. Lecture
8. Curriculum
9. Semester
10. Scholarship

Học từ vựng cùng Thay Anh IELTS – Chủ đề: Health

Học từ vựng cùng Thay Anh IELTS

Topic hôm nay: Health

Từ vựng:

1. Vitamin (/ˈvɪtəmɪn/)
Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Vitamin
Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A vitamin is an essential substance that the body needs in small amounts for proper health.
Câu ví dụ sử dụng từ vựng trong ngữ cảnh thực tế: “Fruits and vegetables are packed with vitamins.”
2. Nutrition (/njuːˈtrɪʃn/)
Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Dinh dưỡng
Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: Nutrition is the process of gaining the food necessary for health and growth.
Câu ví dụ sử dụng từ vựng trong ngữ cảnh thực tế: “Good nutrition is vital for a healthy body.”
3. Exercise (/ˈɛksəsaɪz/)
Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Tập luyện
Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: Exercise means to engage in physical activity to stay fit and healthy.
Câu ví dụ sử dụng từ vựng trong ngữ cảnh thực tế: “Exercise can help to prevent heart disease.”
4. Stress (/strɛs/)
Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Căng thẳng
Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: Stress is a state of mental or emotional tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.
Câu ví dụ sử dụng từ vựng trong ngữ cảnh thực tế: “Long working hours can lead to stress.”
5. Obesity (/əʊˈbiːsɪti/)
Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Béo phì
Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: Obesity is a condition characterized by excessive body fat.
Câu ví dụ sử dụng từ vựng trong ngữ cảnh thực tế: “Obesity can increase the risk of diabetes.”
6. Hygiene (/ˈhaɪdʒiːn/)
Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Vệ sinh
Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: Hygiene refers to conditions and practices that help to maintain health and prevent the spread of diseases.
Câu ví dụ sử dụng từ vựng trong ngữ cảnh thực tế: “Hand hygiene is crucial in preventing the spread of diseases.”
7. Vegetarian (/vɛdʒɪˈtɛːrɪən/)
Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Chay
Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A vegetarian is a person who does not eat meat and sometimes other animal products, usually for moral, religious, or health reasons.
Câu ví dụ sử dụng từ vựng trong ngữ cảnh thực tế: “The vegetarian diet can help to lower the risk of heart disease.”
8. Diet (/ˈdaɪət/)
Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Chế độ ăn
Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A diet is the kind of food that a person habitually eats.
Câu ví dụ sử dụng từ vựng trong ngữ cảnh thực tế: “A balanced diet is necessary for maintaining good health.”
9. Allergy (ˈælədʒi/)
Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Dị ứng
Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: An allergy is a reaction by the body’s immune system to something that does not usually cause harm.
Câu ví dụ sử dụng từ vựng trong ngữ cảnh thực tế: “I have an allergy to peanuts.”
10. Vaccination (/ˌvæksɪˈneɪʃn/)
Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Tiêm phòng
Giải thích nghĩa bằng tiếng Anh: A vaccination is the action of injecting a vaccine into a person to protect against disease.
Câu ví dụ sử dụng từ vựng trong ngữ cảnh thực tế: “The measles vaccination has saved millions of lives.”
**

Bài tập

**
1. It’s crucial to maintain good personal _____ to prevent the spread of disease.
2. Eating too much fast food can lead to _____.
3. She follows a strict _____ for her health.
4. I get plenty of _____ playing tennis three times a week.
5. It’s known that _____ can contribute to high blood pressure.
6. My doctor advised me to take some _____ supplement for my health.
7. Good _____ is an important part of leading a healthy lifestyle.
8. Being a _____ means not consuming any animal meat and sometimes even animal products.
9. Due to my _____, I have to avoid consuming seafood.
10. The flu _____ is recommended annually to protect against the influenza virus.
**Đáp án:**
1. Hygiene
2. Obesity
3. Diet
4. Exercise
5. Stress
6. Vitamin
7. Nutrition
8. Vegetarian
9. Allergy
10. Vaccination

Học từ vựng cùng Thay Anh IELTS – Chủ đề: Business

Học từ vựng cùng Thay Anh IELTS

Topic hôm nay: Business

Từ vựng:

1. Entrepreneur (/ˌɒn.trə.prəˈnɜːr/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Doanh nhân
– Giải thích: A person who starts their own business, especially when this involves seeing a new opportunity
– Câu ví dụ: He was an entrepreneur who made a fortune in the property market.
2. Investment (/ɪnˈvɛstmənt/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Đầu tư
– Giải thích: The action or process of investing money for profit or material result.
– Câu ví dụ: The company made an investment in new equipment.
3. Profit (/ˈprɑːfɪt/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Lợi nhuận
– Giải thích: Money that is earned in trade or business after paying the costs of production or services.
– Câu ví dụ: The company made a profit of 3 million dollars last year.
4. Invoice (/ˈɪnvɔɪs/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Hóa đơn
– Giải thích: A document that lists goods that have been supplied or services that have been done, and says how much money you owe for them.
– Câu ví dụ: The invoice for your meal will be sent to your room.
5. Marketplace (/ˈmɑːrkɪtpleɪs/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Thị trường
– Giải thích: Area of economic activity in which buyers and sellers come together and the forces of supply and demand affect prices.
– Câu ví dụ: The global marketplace is incredibly competitive.
6. Strategy (/ˈstrætədʒi/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Chiến lược
– Giải thích: A detailed plan for achieving success in situations such as war, politics, business, industry, or sport, or the skill of planning for such situations.
– Câu ví dụ: Our marketing strategy is designed to boost sales.
7. Bankruptcy (/ˈbæŋkrəptsi/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Phá sản
– Giải thích: A situation in which a business or a person becomes bankrupt.
– Câu ví dụ: If the company continues to lose money, it will be forced into bankruptcy.
8. Negotiation (/nɪˌɡoʊ.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Đàm phán
– Giải thích: The process of discussing something with someone in order to reach an agreement with them.
– Câu ví dụ: The two countries are in negotiation over the disputed territory.
9. Partnership (/ˈpɑːrtnərʃɪp/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Quan hệ đối tác
– Giải thích: The state of being a partner or partners.
– Câu ví dụ: We have formed a partnership with our German distributors.
10. Franchise (/ˈfræn.tʃaɪz/)
– Nghĩa tiếng Việt: Nhượng quyền
– Giải thích: A right or privilege granted by the government or a company to an individual or group to conduct a specified commercial activity.
– Câu ví dụ: She runs a McDonald’s franchise in North London.
Câu bài tập:
1. He is a successful ______ who owns several businesses.
2. The ______ of the company this quarter exceeded projections.
3. A detailed _____ is key to achieving business success.
4. They are currently in ______ with potential investors for additional funding.
5. They operate their business as a ________.
6. If the business continues to lose money, it will face ______.
7. Tim is reviewing the _____ for the goods he purchased.
8. The UK and Japan have a long-standing economic _______.
9. The new _______ in automation technology will greatly improve productivity.
10. The digital _________ has seen rapid growth in the past decade.
Đáp án:
1. Entrepreneur
2. Profit
3. Strategy
4. Negotiation
5. Franchise
6. Bankruptcy
7. Invoice
8. Partnership
9. Investment
10. Marketplace

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IELTS Speaking Practice: Listening to Music

IELTS Speaking Practice: Listening to Music

Speaking Part 1

Q1: Do you often listen to music?

Absolutely, I am a big fan of music and I listen to it most of the time. Whether I am on the bus, studying, or just chilling at home, music is always my go-to source of relaxation and entertainment.

• Big fan of → Rất yêu thích

• Go-to source → Nguồn lựa chọn hàng đầu

• Relaxation and entertainment → Thư giãn và giải trí

Q2: What type of music do you prefer?

I personally have a penchant for classical music. It’s incredibly soothing and helps me to unwind after a stressful day. But I am also quite fond of pop music for its catchy rhythm and meaningful lyrics.

• Penchant for → Có sở thích đặc biệt với

• Soothing → Dễ chịu, làm dịu đi

• Unwind → Thư giãn, xả stress

Q3: Has your taste in music changed over the years?

Definitely, it has evolved significantly. As a child, I was into nursery rhymes and simple tunes, but as I grew older, I developed a taste for more complex genres like rock and jazz.

• Evolved significantly → Phát triển đáng kể

• Nursery rhymes → Những bài hát thiếu nhi

• Developed a taste for → Bắt đầu thích

Exercises

  1. 1. I have a ______ for rock music.
  2. 2. My music taste has ______ over the years.
  3. 3. I find jazz music very ______.
  4. 4. Music is my ______ source of entertainment.
  5. 5. I am a ______ of classical music.
  6. 6. I used to listen to ______ rhymes when I was a child.
  7. 7. Pop music has a very ______ rhythm.
  8. 8. I listen to music to ______ after a long day.
  9. 9. I am quite ______ of pop music.
  10. 10. My music taste has ______ significantly in recent years.

Answers

  1. 1. Penchant
  2. 2. Evolved
  3. 3. Soothing
  4. 4. Go-to
  5. 5. Big fan
  6. 6. Nursery
  7. 7. Catchy
  8. 8. Unwind
  9. 9. Fond
  10. 10. Developed

IELTS Speaking Practice: Weather & Seasons

IELTS Speaking Practice: Weather & Seasons

Speaking Part 1

Q1: What’s the weather like in your country?

The weather in my country, Vietnam, is quite diverse due to its geographical diversity. We have a tropical climate in the south with hot, humid summers and warm winters. Meanwhile, the north experiences a mix of subtropical and temperate climates with four distinct seasons.

• Geographical diversity → Đa dạng địa lý

• Tropical climate → Khí hậu nhiệt đới

• Subtropical and temperate climates → Khí hậu cận nhiệt đới và ôn đới

Q2: Which season do you like the most and why?

I’m particularly fond of autumn. It’s the season when the weather is neither too hot nor too cold, and the trees change into beautiful hues of red and orange. It’s an excellent time for outdoor activities and enjoying the picturesque scenery.

• Particularly fond of → Đặc biệt yêu thích

• Hues of red and orange → Màu sắc của đỏ và cam

• Picturesque scenery → Phong cảnh đẹp như tranh

Q3: How does the weather affect your mood?

The weather does have a significant impact on my mood. For instance, during the gloomy, overcast days of the rainy season, I tend to feel a bit down and less energetic. On the other hand, sunny, clear days usually uplift my spirits and make me feel more active and productive.

• Significant impact → Tác động đáng kể

• Gloomy, overcast days → Những ngày u ám, nhiều mây

• Uplift my spirits → Nâng cao tinh thần tôi

Exercises

  1. 1. The _____ of the weather often affects people’s moods.

Answers

  1. 1. change

IELTS Speaking Practice: Neighbors & Friends

IELTS Speaking Practice: Neighbors & Friends

Speaking Part 1

Q1: How well do you know the people who live next door to you?

I would say I have a fairly good relationship with my neighbors. We’re not exactly best friends, but we greet each other cordially whenever we bump into each other. We also lend a helping hand when the other is in need.

• fairly good relationship → mối quan hệ khá tốt

• cordially → một cách thân thiện

• lend a helping hand → giúp đỡ

Q2: Are your neighbors the same age as you?

Not exactly. My immediate neighbors are a bit older than me. They have teenage kids whilst I’m still in my early twenties. Despite the age gap, we get along quite well.

• immediate neighbors → hàng xóm trực tiếp

• whilst → trong khi

• get along → hòa thuận, hòa hợp

Q3: How often do you see your friends?

Due to my hectic schedule, I don’t get to see my friends as often as I’d like. However, we do try to catch up once a month, usually over a meal or a cup of coffee.

• hectic schedule → lịch trình bận rộn

• catch up → trò chuyện, cập nhật thông tin

Exercises

  1. 1. I have a ______ good relationship with my colleagues.

Answers

  1. 1. fairly

IELTS Speaking Practice: Reading Books

IELTS Speaking Practice: Reading Books

Speaking Part 1

Q1: Do you like reading books?

Absolutely, I’m an avid reader. It’s an activity that I indulge in whenever I find some spare time. I find reading not only enjoyable but also enlightening as it broadens my perspective and enhances my knowledge on various subjects.

• Avid reader → Người đọc sách nhiệt tình

• Indulge in → Thưởng thức, tham gia vào

• Broadens my perspective → Mở rộng quan điểm của tôi

Q2: What type of books do you prefer to read?

I have an eclectic taste in books. However, I’m particularly drawn to works of historical fiction. They provide a perfect blend of storytelling and factual information, which I find incredibly appealing.

• Eclectic taste → Sở thích đa dạng

• Drawn to → Bị thu hút bởi

• Perfect blend of → Sự pha trộn hoàn hảo của

Q3: How often do you read?

I try to read every day, even if it’s just for a few minutes before bed. However, I can easily get lost in a good book and spend several hours engrossed in it over the weekend.

• Get lost in → Bị mê mẩn, mất thời gian vào

• Engrossed in → Bị mải mê, chìm đắm vào

Exercises

  1. 1. He is an ______ reader, always with a book in his hand.

Answers

  1. 1. Avid