Speaking Part

Q1: Can you tell me a little about your childhood?

My childhood was an idyllic one, growing up in a tranquil countryside area. The fondest memories I have are of exploring the verdant landscapes with my friends, our days filled with laughter and joyous adventures.

• Idyllic → Miên man, yên bình

• Tranquil → Thanh bình, không gian yên tĩnh

• Verdant landscapes → Khung cảnh xanh mát

Q2: What was your favourite childhood game?

As a child, I was quite fond of playing 'hide and seek'. It was a thrilling game that required quick thinking and even quicker reflexes. The exhilaration of hiding and the suspense of being found made it an all-time favourite.

• Fond of → Thích thú với

• Thrilling → Rùng rợn, ly kỳ

• Exhilaration → Sự phấn khích

Q3: Can you share a fun memory from your childhood?

One of my most cherished childhood memories is of our family trips to the beach every summer. The simple joy of building sandcastles, swimming in the azure waters, and feasting on delicious seafood is something I hold dear to my heart.

• Cherished → Được trân trọng

• Azure waters → Nước biển xanh ngọc bích

• Hold dear to my heart → Coi trọng, yêu quý

Exercises

1. 1. My childhood was an ______ one, growing up in a peaceful countryside area.
2. 2. The ______ memories I have are of exploring the green landscapes with my friends.
3. 3. As a child, I was quite ______ of playing 'hide and seek'.
4. 4. It was a ______ game that required quick thinking and even quicker reflexes.
5. 5. The ______ of hiding and the suspense of being found made it an all-time favourite.
6. 6. One of my most ______ childhood memories is of our family trips to the beach every summer.
7. 7. The simple joy of building sandcastles, swimming in the ______ waters.
8. 8. The game was ______ and required quick thinking.
9. 9. The ______ of the game made it an all-time favourite.
10. 10. The joy of the beach trip is something I ______ to my heart.

Answers

1. 1. Idyllic
2. 2. Fondest
3. 3. Fond
4. 4. Thrilling
5. 5. Exhilaration
6. 6. Cherished
7. 7. Azure
8. 8. Thrilling
9. 9. Exhilaration
10. 10. Hold dear