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speaking Describe an important book you read

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Describe an important book you have read. You should say:

  • what the title of The book is, and who it was written/compiled by
  • when and where you read it
  • what it was about, and why you decided to read it
  • and say why you consider it as important.

key words: Confucius from the heart, Yu Dan, recently, read on smartphone anywhere , changed my life in a positive way

Answer by Thay Anh

I have read many books of different kinds and I found many of them interesting. However, The book called “Confucius from the heart” I have recently read left a great impression on me. It was written by Yu Dan, a Chinese profound scholar. I knew the book for the first time which had mp3 format . After finishing listening to the book, I decided to buy it online , so I was able to understand the book more deeply. The book summarizes Confucius’s analects (or teaching) according the view of writer. It is convenient to read the book on my phone because I can read it anywhere if I have free time.

I have been passionate about Confucius and his analects which guide us to choose the right way to live. To make it clear, Firstly He explains why we exist in this life. Then, he set a standard who is a good person in society. Next, he helps us to create and maintain the relationship with other people. Finally, He shows us how to find true happiness in life. The main point I like the book is the Writer analyzes Confucius’s analects based on her experiences in contemporary society, so I can comprehend Confucius’s teachings effortlessly.

The book changed my life in a positive way. It helps me answer the questions that I encounter like Who I am and how I can live in a meaningful way. I Consider it as one of the most important book of my life.

IELTS speaking topic: computer

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Presented by Thầy Anh

If your computer is slow, what do you do? 

OUTLINE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFE_-n7Nk2w

If your computer is slow, what do you do? 

Answer

There are number of steps that can help my computer become faster. 

First,  I will remove the Unnecessary programs/ applications that consume a large amount of ram. This helps the computer run smoothly.  

Besides, I will Shut down hidden running programs, which release ram to increase the computer’s performance 

Next, I also Install antivirus like avast that scan all of computer’s disks to detect virus, spyware, security breach and Update the latest programs to help fix bugs. 

In case none of these above steps can solve the  computer’s issue completely 

. I will install a fresh computer’s operating system (OS). So I can enjoy using my computer with a great performance.  

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Speaking: Shopping for clothes

speaking part 2: Describe a car you would like to own in the future

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 DESCRIBE A CAR YOU WOULD LIKE TO OWN IN THE FUTURE 

1. When did you have the idea to own it?

2. What it looks like?

3. What you will do with it?

4. What special influences will it have upon you?

OUTLINE:

saw A SPORT CAR: Porsche  in the movie

Expensive, do not have enough money

SPEED

POWFUL ENGINE 

drive it around the city with my friends

Inspiration, goal

Presented by Thay Anh

I saw a sport car in a movie accidentally. The brand of the car, You know, is Germany- made Porsche which is very powerful with 6 engines. Besides, its acceleration is also extremely fast. It can reach 100 km/h, only in 3.6 seconds. In terms of exterior, It looks strong and sporty with 20 – inch wheels that are painted in Titanium color. Also, two front wings make the car resemble a flying bird. This car costs about 200.000 dollars. The price is so expensive that I am not able to afford the car at present. But I hope I will own it in the near future.

With this superCar, I will use it for other purposes from driving around my city to traveling distant areas. You know. I am very confident with the car based on its power, speed. Besides, I also want to ride it with my friends to impress them. I think they will be jealous with me then.

To own this car, I need to study hard to get a high salary job. So, The car is an inspiration as well as a goal for me in life. Therefore, it helps push me forward, overcome obstacles to achieve my goal. In all, The car is essential to me because it brings me the positive values which change my life forever.

speaking part 1 weather

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Presented by Thay Anh IELTS

What kind of weather do you like? 

Frankly, I like the hot weather most while many people hate this kind of weather. I do not feel exhausted when it is hot. Moreover, hot weather often comes in the beginning of the summer. So I can play as many outdoor activities as I can at the beach. 

What is the weather in your hometown like? 

My home town lies in the mild latitudes that are neither near the poles nor the equators , so the weather consists of 4 seasons. In the summer, the temperature is often high, about 35-40 degrees celsius whereas it is quite cold in the winter. The temperature is often fewer than  10 degrees celsius. 

What do you do when the weather is bad? 

It depends. If  I don’t have to go out, I will stay at home, watch TV or read books instead and listen to the rain, You know I like the sound of rain. It is very relaxing. However, If I am on my way home, then the weather is bad like a storm,  I will try to find a shelter as quickly as possible to avoid danger. 

How does the weather influence on your mood? 

To be honest, The weather affects me a lot. My mood can change according to the change of weather. I am an active person, you know. If the weather is nice, I can go out and do as many exciting activities as I can. This makes me excited. Nonetheless, When the weather is terrible, I often stay at home. At the time, I feel quite bored.

speaking part 2: shopping for clothes

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Describe a place where you go shopping for clothes

You should say:

  • Where you usually go
  • how often you shop for clothes
  • how you choose your clothes
  • and explain why you go there

(presented by Thay Anh IELTS)

Shopping is my hobby. so I often spend my free time doing shopping. I  used to buy clothes from various stores, from small ones to shopping malls. But now I am really interested in buying clothes from a  store called “ABC” that is about 1 km away from my home. 

Since I Knew this store, I  often go there twice or three times a month to get my beautiful clothes. You know, I think this store quite satisfies my need because it provides a wide range of clothes, materials, sizes so I can choose outfits that suit me well.

To get suitable clothes, I will choose style first.  I am a young person so dynamic clothes will fit me best. Next, I pay attention to material. I love leather most because it makes me more masculine. 

Besides, Prices at the store are affordable, only 20-30 dollars.   Shop assistants here are very friendly and hospitable. They always help me find the clothes that I very love. I also like the guarantee program of the shop. After bringing clothes home, If I do not like them anymore, in ten days I can bring them back to the store and get full 100% cashback. I think this store is my best choice when buying clothes in my city (Thay Anh IELTS)  

speaking part 2: when you lost something

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Describe a time when you lost something.

You should say:

  • what is was
  • where and when you lost it
  • how important it was
  • and explain what you did to find it when you realised it was missing.

outline

  • diary
  • lost at school during break time
  • Keeping my memory
  • Asking friends, teacher

Answer (By Thầy Anh)

Anybody has lost something, You know, so did I. I lost many things in my life, from important things like money, bikes.. to less important things such as notebooks, shoes…But losing a diary two years ago left me an unforgettable impression.

I used to leave my diary at home. But that day I brought it to the school. After break time, I looked for my diary in my bag. Unfortunately, It went missing. At first, I was shocked and overwhelmed because the diary is very precious to me.

The diary keeps my thought about myself, people around me, specifically it reflects my spiritual life and helps me overcome difficult times in my life. So I consider it as my close friend. Losing it would make me agonized.

I then ask my classmates if they saw my diary but No one said yes. I was disappointed. I guessed someone has stolen it, then I asked my teacher for help. My teacher told the class if somebody had taken it, They had to pay it back to me. However, No one admitted stealing it. Suddenly when I searched my bag again, I found my diary. I was very happy. I then apologized to my teacher and my classmates for my recklessness.

speaking part 3: Air pollution

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Causes

Air pollution is due to various causes, such as burning fossil fuels and emission of hazardous pollutants released by factories and automobiles, e.g Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.

Effects

  • Air pollution causes many health problems, such as respiratory diseases, eye irritation, and premature newborn babies.
  • Air pollution can destroy the ozone layer that protects us from the harmful rays of the sun and consequently, air pollution contributes to global warming.
  • Air pollution damages natural resources and leads to ecosystem degradation and poor air quality.

Solution

  • Air pollution can be reduced by implementing energy efficiency programmes, introducing vehicle emission standard, expanding car replacement programmes
  • Extending environmentally-friendly means of transport, expanding transport facilities: park-and-ride-terminal, providing carpool facilities
  • Regular check-ups for cars should be obligatory
  • Using more efficient engines and modern exhaust-filtering devices
  • Using cleaner fuels
  • Developing tree planting programmes

Discussion questions:

Why is air pollution a global health concern?

Because air pollution creates many health problems that would reduce people’s life quality all over the world. Furthermore, air pollution contributes to the damage of the Ozone layer without which we cannot survive. Last but not least, it also destroys the habitat of wild animals, affecting negatively to ecology system.

2. Do you think anti-pollution measures should be a high priority?

Yes absolutely, because air pollution is global health concern. I think people all over the world and their governments should prioritize the programmes for acting against air pollution. All nations need hand in hand to build a world without air pollution.

3. What can large cities do to improve their air quality?

Firstly, They need to carry out energy efficiency programmes, like introducing vehicle emission standards. So a large number of cars which produce excessive exhaust fume are not allowed to be on roads.

Secondly, Cities should develop public transportation. This can helps reduce the number of cars and traffic jams.

Finally, Cities encourage citizens to use electric cars that don’t produce exhaust fume.

Speaking part 2:Describe a gift you have received that was important to you

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Describe a gift you have received that was important to you
You should say:
  • who gave it to you
  • On what occasion it was given to you
  • What it looks like and how to use it
  • and say why it is important to you
Keywords: smart phone, My father, on my birthday, slim, a present from a person I love most
I am going to tell you about a gift I received. It was a smart phone from my father on my 15th birthday. Well, having a smart phone on my own was my dream. I needed it for its benefits. So I was jealous of my friends who had smartphones. Therefore I was very happy for my birthday present. My smartphone looks nice, slim, and light. It was covered with gorilla glass, touch screen in the back, in the front respectively. As you know, using a smartphone is not difficult, especially for young people who are accustomed to modern technology. So I find it easy to use my phone as well. To use it, you only press the power button and unlock your phone by password or fingerprint. Then you can add apps to your phone by going to the app store or play store. After that, All you need to do is to tap your apps to enjoy them.
This present is very important to me because it is what I desired for a long time. More importantly, my smartphone from my father who I love most.

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