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Anh Giáo Ba Giây

IELTS WRITING
SAMPLES
Task 2
gồ m có
SÁCH NÀY
Who am I?
THẦY LÀ AI DỌ?

HOÀNG ANH KHOA

IELTS 8.5 (hai lần)

Writing 8.0 (hai lần)


Với 9.0 ở ngữ pháp và từ vựng

Speaking 8.0 (ba lần)


Với 8.0 ở ngữ pháp và từ vựng

Reading 9.0 (đúng 40/40 câu)


Listening 9.0 (đúng 40/40 câu)

7 năm giảng dạy IELTS


(TESOL-certified)

HỘI ĐỒNG ANH IDP


XÁC NHẬN XÁC NHẬN
To-be Master of TESOL
University St. Andrews
(UK)
IELTS Class from 0 to 8.0

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IELTS 8.5 IELTS 8.5 IELTS 7.5 IELTS 8.0

ÁI LINH HOÀNG QUÂN N.H.PHƯƠNG THẢO T.K.ANH KHOA


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NGỌC QUỲNH HỒNG HẠNH TRÂM ANH N.PHƯƠNG THẢO


IELTS 8.0 IELTS 7.5 IELTS 7.5 IELTS 8.0

BẠN TARGET ĐIỂM NÀO TRONG CÁC BAND ĐIỂM TRÊN?


CÁCH SỬ DỤNG
SÁCH NÀY
1
Học những collocations
được thầ y cung cấ p

ANH GIÁO
2
Điề n vào chỗ trố ng
và cải thiện ngữ pháp

3
Tham khảo ý tưởng và các từ
vựng khác

4
Tự viế t bài cho riêng mình và
so sánh với bài mẫ u

5
inbox thầ y khi có thắ c mắ c /
post thắ c mắ c vào group
CHỨNG NHẬN
GIÁO VIÊN IELTS
DO CHÍNH NƠI
TỔ CHỨC THI

CHẤM THI IELTS
CẤP HẲN HOI

PHẢI BIẾT IDP VÀ


HỘI ĐỒNG ANH
THỰC SỰ CHẤM
WRITING/SPEAKING
NHƯ NÀO THÌ MỚI
DẠY HỌC VIÊN KIẾN
THỨC CHUẨN VÀ
CHÍNH THỐNG ĐƯỢC

NÓI KHÔNG VỚI


NHỮNG LỜI ĐỒN, Ý
KIẾN CHỦ QUAN, KINH
NGHIỆM KHÔNG XÁC
THỰC
NGÀY 06/01
Nowadays, as role models, famous people have an
increasing influence on the young. Is it a positive or
negative development?
DẠNG PROS AND CONS

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. Mimicry 2. Idolize 3. Triumph 4. Renowned 5. Glamorize
(n) (v) (n) (a) (v)

Words Definitions
a. to make something seem better than it is and therefore
more attractive
b. a very great success, achievement, or victory
c. to admire and respect someone very much, often too much
d. famous for something
e. to copy the way in which a particular person usually
speaks and moves
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. By sharing their stories of struggle and _____, these figures can offer a valuable
perspective that all obstacles can be overcome.
2. _____those whose lifestyles are unattainable can result in feelings of
inadequacy and low self-esteem among the youth.
3. when a Kpop idol is seen engaging in risky behaviors, like abusing drugs or
promoting extreme dieting methods, it may imply to young followers that
such actions are acceptable, potentially leading to harmful _____.
4. _____unrealistic lifestyles and approving of dangerous actions render this
development more harmful than beneficial.
5. when a _____artist uses their platform to raise awareness about climate
change, it not only educates but also motivates the youth to take action in their
communities.

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Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!
1. Celebrity a. self-worth
2. Socially b. individuals
3. Overcome c. adversity
4. High-profile d. responsible
5. sense of e. influence
Practice 4: Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. the positive aspects of ______ are commendable.
2. most public figures often share their journeys of ______.
3. This is particularly evident when young people compare their own lives to
those unrealistic portrayals of wealth and beauty on social media, leading to
a distorted ______.
4. it is not uncommon to see ______ endorse unhealthy behaviors or controversial
opinions.
5. many of them actively advocate for social issues, which can inspire their fans
to become more ______ and engaged.
Practice 5: Write this week’s topic after learning all the ideas and lexical items!

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KEY AND SAMPLE
In the digital age, the
prominence of celebrities as role
models for the youth has surged, KEY
posing profound implications. From VOCABULARY
my point of view, while the positive 1. celebrity influence: ảnh
aspects of celebrity influence are hưởng của người nổi tiếng
commendable, they are 2. socially responsible: có
overshadowed by the negative trách nhiệm với xã hội
3. overcome adversity: vượt
impacts that would arise.
qua nghịch cảnh
On the one hand, the impact of 4. high-profile individuals:
celebrities can catalyze positive những người nổi tiếng
developments. Firstly, many of them 5. a sense of self-worth: cảm
advocate for social issues, which can giác về giá trị bản thân
inspire their fans to become more 6. mimicry: sự bắt chước
socially responsible and engaged. 7. renowned: nổi tiếng
For example, when a renowned 8. idolize: thần tượng
artist uses their platform to raise 9. triumph: chiến thắng, thành
awareness about climate change, it tựu
10. glamorize: tán dương, tôn
not only educates but also motivates
vinh
the youth to take action in their
communities. Secondly, most public figures often share their journeys of
overcoming adversity, thanks to which young individuals can be provided
with solace and motivation when facing similar challenges. By sharing their
stories of struggle and triumph, these figures can offer a valuable perspective
that all obstacles can be overcome, and perseverance can lead to success.
On the one hand, the idolization of celebrities can also lead to
detrimental effects. Firstly, idolizing those whose lifestyles are unattainable
can result in feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem among the youth. This
is particularly evident when young people compare their own lives to those
unrealistic portrayals of wealth and beauty on social media, leading to a
distorted sense of self-worth. Secondly, it is common to see high-profile
individuals endorse unhealthy behaviors or controversial opinions. For
instance, when a Kpop idol is seen engaging in risky behaviors, like abusing
drugs or promoting extreme dieting methods, it may imply to young followers
that such actions are acceptable, potentially leading to harmful mimicry.
In conclusion, the positive effect of celebrities supporting societal
problems and offering motivation is undeniable. Yet, glamorizing unrealistic
lifestyles and approving of dangerous actions render this development more
harmful than beneficial. (302 words)

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NGÀY 13/01
It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct.
There is no reason why people should try to prevent this
from happening. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
DẠNG AGREE/DISAGREE

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. multifaceted 2. wipe out 3. eradicate 4. be attributed to 5. organism
(a) (v) (v) (v) (n)

Words Definitions
a. having many different parts or sides
b. to destroy something completely
c. to get rid of something completely or destroy something
bad
d. to say or think that something is the result of a particular
thing
e. a single living plant, animal, virus, etc.
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. The debate surrounding the natural occurrence of animal extinction and the
human responsibility to prevent it is complex and ____.
2. it was our ancestors who caused many ____ to vanish by exploiting resources
without consideration for the delicate balance of ecosystems.
3. the Dodo fell victim to habitat destruction, hunting, and invasive species
introduced by humans before being completely ____within a century of its
discovery.
4. the dramatic changes in biodiversity can only be ____to natural phenomena.
5. This could be exemplified by a catastrophe that occurred 65 million years ago
and ____ dinosaurs together with numerous other life forms due to an asteroid
colliding with the earth.
Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!

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1. mass a. measures
b. come into c. stability
d. human e. civilizations
f. economic g. existence
h. conservation i. extinctions
Practice 4: Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. Geological records indicate that _____ have periodically reset the stage for
new life forms to emerge and evolve
2. the disappearance of those pollinators is likely to result in drastic
agricultural losses and threaten _____ worldwide.
3. During this period, Homo sapiens had not yet _____.
4. human activities have significantly accelerated extinction rates,
underscoring the need for proactive _____.
5. protecting those creatures is synonymous with protecting _____.
Practice 5: Write this week’s topic after learning all the ideas and lexical items!

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KEY AND SAMPLE
The debate surrounding the
natural occurrence of animal
KEY extinction and the human
VOCABULARY responsibility to prevent it is
1. Multifacet: có nhiều mặt
complex and multifaceted. While
2. Mass extinction: nạn
tuyệt chủng hàng loạt some argue that extinction is an
3. Eradicate: loại trừ inherent aspect of nature and should
4. Come into existence tồn not be interfered with, I claim that
tại, xuất hiện human actions have drastically
5. Be attributed to: bởi vì exacerbated extinction rates,
6. Organism: sinh vật necessitating intervention to
7. Wipe out: quét sạch preserve biodiversity.
8. Human civilization: nền On the one hand, it is true that
văn minh con người the extinction of animals has always
9. Economic stability: sự ổn
been taking place naturally.
định về kinh tế
10. Conversation measure: Geological records indicate that mass
biện pháp bảo tồn extinctions have periodically reset
the stage for new life forms to emerge
and evolve. This could be exemplified by a catastrophe that occurred 65
million years ago and eradicated dinosaurs together with numerous other life
forms due to an asteroid colliding with the earth, as hypothesized. During this
period, Homo sapiens had not yet come into existence. Therefore, the
dramatic changes in biodiversity can only be attributed to natural
phenomena, such as volcanic activity, climatic shifts, and possibly
extraterrestrial impacts.
On the other hand, human beings must try their best to decelerate this
process. First, it was our ancestors who caused many organisms to vanish by
exploiting resources without consideration for the delicate balance of
ecosystems. For instance, the Dodo fell victim to habitat destruction, hunting,
and invasive species introduced by humans before being completely wiped
out within a century of its discovery. Second, protecting those creatures is
synonymous with protecting human civilizations. Bees and similar
pollinating insects contribute to the production of crops that sustain our food
supply, so the disappearance of those pollinators is likely to result in drastic
agricultural losses and threaten economic stability worldwide.
In conclusion, while extinction is a natural process with historical
precedence, human activities have significantly accelerated extinction rates,
underscoring the need for proactive conservation measures. Recognizing
our role in preserving biodiversity is crucial for safeguarding ecosystems and
securing the well-being of both current and future generations. (309 words)

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NGÀY 20/01
Some people want the government to spend money on life
on other planets. However, others think it is a waste of
public money when the earth has so many problems.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
DẠNG DISCUSSION

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. endeavor 2. advance 3. sustainable 4. deepen 5. channel
(n) (v) (a) (v) (v)

Words Definitions
a. an effort or attempt to do something
b. to direct something into a particular place or situation
c. to go or move something forward, or to develop or improve
something
d. causing, or made in a way that causes, little or no damage to the
environment
e. to make something increase or become more serious:
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. resources and finances ______ into such programs could be instead utilized to
address urgent challenges.
2. The vastness of the universe and the limited knowledge of humans about its
complexities make it difficult to predict the practical gains of those ______.
3. it could significantly ______ our understanding of the universe and our place
within it.
4. it is likely to reveal valuable minerals or rare elements that could play a
crucial role in ______ development and benefit future generations.
5. I am inclined to the potential advantages of ______ our comprehension of the
universe and finding alternative energy sources.

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Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!
1. Ignite a. valuable insights into
2. fundamental b. limitations
3. tangible c. returns
4. gain d. human needs
5. terrestrial resource e. controversy
Practice 4: : Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. The allocation of the government budget for exploring life on other planets
____.
2. These ____directly impact individuals' quality of life, and investing in them
could provide immediate benefits to those in need.
3. it is challenging to guarantee ____on investment in exploring space.
4. there would also be a possibility of uncovering new sources of energy, which
could ease ____and boost economic growth.
5. By studying other planets, human beings may ____ into the origins of life.
Practice 5: Write this week’s topic after learning all the ideas and lexical items!

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KEY AND SAMPLE
The allocation of the
government budget for exploring
KEY life on other planets ignites
VOCABULARY controversy. While some people
1. ignite controversy: gây ra tranh think that such investments are a
cãi waste of resources, I believe that
2. channel: đầu tư it holds immense potential for
3. fundamental human needs: advancing our understanding of
nhu cầu cơ bản của con người the universe and unlocking new
4. tangible returns: lợi nhuận hữu sources of energy.
hình On the one hand, there are
5. endeavors: nỗ lực two reasons why allocating
6. advance: phát triển public funds to space exploration
7. gain valuable insights into: có could be wasteful. First,
những kiến thức giá trị về resources and finances
8. terrestrial resource limitations: channeled into such programs
những thiếu hụt về tài nguyên could be instead utilized to
trên mặt đất address urgent challenges, such
9. sustainable: ổn định as poverty, healthcare, education,
10. deepen: làm sâu sắc thêm and infrastructure. These
fundamental human needs
directly impact individuals' quality of life, and investing in them could provide
immediate benefits to those in need, fostering social progress and equality. Secondly,
it is challenging to guarantee tangible returns on investment in exploring space. The
vastness of the universe and the limited knowledge of humans about its complexities
make it difficult to predict the practical gains of those endeavors.
On the other hand, I believe that spending on the exploration of life on other
planets would be beneficial. First, it could significantly advance our understanding
of the universe and our place within it. By studying other planets, human beings may
gain valuable insights into the origins of life, the conditions necessary for its
existence, and the potential for life beyond Earth. Additionally, there would also be a
possibility of uncovering new sources of energy, which could ease terrestrial
resource limitations and boost economic growth. Thanks to this, it is likely to reveal
valuable minerals or rare elements that could play a crucial role in sustainable
development and benefit future generations.
In conclusion, while there are valid concerns about allot public funds to space
exploration, I am inclined to the potential advantages of deepening our
comprehension of the universe and finding alternative energy sources. (296 words)

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NGÀY 27/01
In other countries university students go to other cities
rather than live with their family. Do you think the benefits
of living away from home outweigh the disadvantages?
DẠNG PROS AND CONS

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. be accustomed to 2. budgeting 3. hone 4. self-reliance 5. evoke
(n) (v) (a) (v) (v)

Words Definitions
a. familiar with something
b. the process of calculating how much money you must earn
or save during a particular period of time
c. to direct something such as an ability to make it more
effective
d. the quality of not needing help or support from other
people
e. to make someone remember something or feel an emotion
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. The first one is the potential for increased feelings of loneliness and isolation,
especially for individuals ______ the aid and companionship of family members.
2. These are ______ through the responsibility of managing their own finances,
schedules, and daily tasks without relying on the help of family members.
3. One of them is the opportunity for students to cultivate essential life skills
crucial for their future success, such as ______, time management, and decision-
making.
4. students can also foster their ______ and problem-solving abilities as they must
overcome daily challenges without the immediate assistance of members in
their family.
5. living alone can ______ feelings of isolation and financial pressure.

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Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!
1. solo a. support
2. emotional b. financial stress
3. induce c. loans
4. personal and professional d. spheres
5. resort to e. living
Practice 4: Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. ______ may indeed present several disadvantageous effects.
2. Without the daily interaction and ______ that living with family provides, they
may struggle to cope with the pressures of academic life and the transition to
independence.
3. Additionally, various expenses, like rent, utilities, and groceries, can
profoundly impact students' budgets and ______.
4. This strain frequently necessitates students to undertake extra work hours or
______ and other financial aid options
5. This autonomy encourages personal growth and resilience, which are
essential qualities for thriving in both ______.
Practice 5: Write this week’s topic after learning all the ideas and lexical items!
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KEY AND SAMPLE
University students in
some nations opt to remain at
their familial homes, whereas in
KEY others, they choose to relocate to
VOCABULARY different cities for their studies.
1. Solo living: sống một mình From my point of view, the
2. Be accustomed to: quen với benefits of living away from home
3. Emotional support: chỗ dựa outweigh any potential
tinh thần drawbacks.
4. Induce financial stress: gây ra On the one hand, solo
áp lực tài chính living may indeed present
5. Resort to loans: đành phải several disadvantageous effects.
mượn nợ The first one is the potential for
6. Budgeting: quản lý chi tiêu increased feelings of loneliness
7. Hone: trau dồi, mài dũa and isolation, especially for
8. Self-reliance: tự lập individuals accustomed to the
9. Personal and professional aid and companionship of family
spheres: khía cạnh công việc và members. Without the daily
cá nhân interaction and emotional
10. Evoke: gợi lên support that living with family
provides, they may struggle to
cope with the pressures of academic life and the transition to independence.
Additionally, various expenses, like rent, utilities, and groceries, can profoundly
impact students' budgets and induce financial stress. This strain frequently
necessitates students to undertake extra work hours or resort to loans and other
financial aid options, compounding their stress levels and detrimentally affecting
their academic performance
On the other hand, the advantageous impacts of living independently are
significant. One of them is the opportunity for students to cultivate essential life skills
crucial for their future success, such as budgeting, time management, and decision-
making. These are honed through the responsibility of managing their own finances,
schedules, and daily tasks without relying on the help of family members, preparing
them for financial responsibility in adulthood. Furthermore, students can also foster
their self-reliance and problem-solving abilities as they must overcome daily
challenges without the immediate assistance of family members. This autonomy
encourages personal growth and resilience, which are essential qualities for thriving
in both personal and professional spheres.
In conclusion, I believe that the advantages of living independently outweigh
the disadvantages. Although living alone can evoke feelings of isolation and financial
pressure, it presents valuable chances for students to hone crucial life skills and
nurture their personal development. (301 words)

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NGÀY 03/02
In many countries today, if people want to find work, they
have to move away from their families and friends. Do you
think the advantages of this development outweigh the
disadvantages?
DẠNG PROS AND CONS

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. entail 2. adjustment 3. enrich 4. elevate 5. trade-offs
(v) (n) (v) (v) (a)

Words Definitions
a. to make something necessary, or to involve something
b. the ability to become more familiar with a new situation
c. to improve the quality of something by adding something
else
d. to raise something or lift something up
e. a situation in which the achieving of something you want
involves the loss of something else which is also desirable
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. careful consideration of the ____ is essential before committing to such a
decision.
2. Such exposure not only ____ their understanding of the world but also
enhances their ability to collaborate with people from different backgrounds.
3. Today in many countries, pursuing job opportunities often ____ individuals
leaving their familiar environments behind.
4. individuals may indeed experience profound feelings of loneliness and
isolation, particularly during the initial period of ____ in a new location devoid
of established social networks
5. This separation from familiar support systems can significantly ____ stress and
anxiety levels.

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Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!
1. pave a. strain
2. cultivate b. distance
3. broaden c. their horizons
4. geographical d. resilience and adaptability
5. emotional e. the way for
Practice 4: Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. it ____ people's personal growth and independence as they overcome novel
environments and challenges independently
2. the potential for strained relationships with loved ones arises as ____
frequently complicates the maintenance of consistent communication and
involvement in each other's lives
3. This experience ____, crucial attributes for thriving in both personal and
professional domains
4. the absence during shared moments, celebrations, and daily interactions due
to physical separation can induce ____.
5. they can also ____ by exposing themselves to diverse cultures, perspectives,
and lifestyles
Practice 5: Write this week’s topic after learning all the ideas and lexical items!
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KEY AND SAMPLE
Today in many countries,
pursuing job opportunities often
KEY entails individuals leaving their
VOCABULARY familiar environments behind.
1. Entail: kéo theo From my point of view, the
2. pave the way for: mở đường drawbacks of this trend surpass
cho its benefits.
3. cultivates resilience and On the one hand, moving
adaptability: trau dồi sự kiên away from their families and
cường và thích nghi friends to find work can offer
4. broaden their horizons: mở numerous benefits. Firstly, it
rộng tầm mắt paves the way for people's
5. enrich: làm giàu personal growth and
6. adjustment: sự thích nghi independence as they overcome
7. elevate: nâng cao novel environments and
8. geographical distance: khoảng challenges independently. This
cách địa lý experience cultivates resilience
9. induce emotional strain: gây ra and adaptability, crucial
căng thẳng về cảm xúc attributes for thriving in both
10. trade-offs: sự đánh đổi personal and professional
domains. Secondly, they can also
broaden their horizons by exposing themselves to diverse cultures, perspectives,
and lifestyles. Such exposure not only enriches their understanding of the world but
also enhances their ability to collaborate with people from different backgrounds,
making them more adaptable and open-minded.
On the other hand, the drawbacks are much bigger. Firstly, individuals may
indeed experience profound feelings of loneliness and isolation, particularly during
the initial period of adjustment in a new location devoid of established social
networks. This separation from familiar support systems can significantly elevate
stress and anxiety levels, negatively impacting mental well-being. Furthermore, the
potential for strained relationships with loved ones arises as geographical distance
frequently complicates the maintenance of consistent communication and
involvement in each other's lives. Specifically, the absence during shared moments,
celebrations, and daily interactions due to physical separation can induce
emotional strain and foster a feeling of detachment between individuals and their
family and friends.
In summary, while distancing themselves from their support networks for
work offers benefits like personal growth and exposure to diversity, the emotional
toll of loneliness and strained relationships with loved ones outweighs these
advantages. Therefore, careful consideration of the trade-offs is essential before
committing to such a decision (283 words)

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NGÀY 17/02
More people put their personal information online
(address, telephone number…) for everyday activities such
as socializing on social networks or banking. Do you think
it is a positive or negative development?
DẠNG PROS AND CONS

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. intrusive 2. facilitate 3. disclose 4. compromise 5. cybercriminals
(a) (v) (v) (v) (n)

Words Definitions
a. to make something possible or easier
b. affecting someone in a way that annoys them and makes
them feel uncomfortable
c. to make something known publicly, or to show something
that was hidden
d. to risk having a harmful effect on something
e. crime or illegal activity that is done using the internet
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. People are _____ their confidential information, such as residential addresses
and contact numbers, on online platforms for routine activities.
2. it provides easy access to banking services and _____ quick and efficient
management of finances.
3. it exposes users to privacy breaches and the risk of identity theft, as _____
exploit this data for fraudulent purposes.
4. This can subject individuals to _____ marketing practices and targeted
advertising.
5. It's crucial to weigh these potential threats against the benefits to ensure
personal privacy and security are not _____.

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Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!
1. regardless of a. standing
2. strengthen b. invasion
3. make c. transactions
4. privacy d. relationships
5. social e. geographical distance
Practice 4: Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. people can easily stay in touch _____.
2. This helps _____ and enables everyone to share experiences in real-time,
creating a more connected social network.
3. Individuals can monitor their accounts, pay bills, and _____ with greater ease.
4. it is challenging to control its spread of personal data, leading to potential
long-term _____.
5. sensitive information exposed online can impact one’s reputation, affecting
job prospects, personal relationships, and _____.
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KEY AND SAMPLE

People are disclosing


KEY their confidential information,
VOCABULARY such as residential addresses and
1. Facilitate: tạo điều kiện contact numbers, on online
2. Intrusive: xâm lấn platforms for routine activities,
3. Disclose: tiết lộ including socializing on digital
4. Compromise: làm tổn hại networks and conducting bank
5. Cybercriminals: tội phạm mạng operations. From my point of
6. regardless of geographical view, it is significantly more
distance: bất chấp khoảng cách disadvantageous than
địa lý advantageous.
7. strengthen relationships: củng
cố các mối quan hệ On the one hand,
8. make transactions: thực hiện integrating personal information
giao dịch into online interactions for
9. privacy invasion: sự xâm phạm
everyday tasks can offer various
riêng tư
benefits. Firstly, communication
10. social standing: chỗ đứng trong
and connection with friends and
xã hội
family across the globe would be
more convenient, fostering a
sense of community and belonging as individuals can easily stay in touch regardless
of geographical distance. This helps strengthen relationships and enables
everyone to share experiences in real-time, creating a more connected social
network. Secondly, it provides easy access to banking services and facilitates quick
and efficient management of finances, saving time and effort compared to traditional
methods. Individuals can monitor their accounts, pay bills, and make transactions
with greater ease, enhancing financial control and reducing the need for physical
visits to banks.

On the other hand, the drawbacks are much bigger. First, it exposes users to
privacy breaches and the risk of identity theft, as cybercriminals exploit this data
for fraudulent purposes, resulting in financial losses and reputational harm. This can
subject individuals to intrusive marketing practices and targeted advertising,
eroding their privacy and autonomy. Second, it is challenging to control its spread of
personal data, leading to potential long-term privacy invasion and possibly
affecting not only future opportunities but also personal security as a consequence.
For instance, sensitive information exposed online can impact one’s reputation,
affecting job prospects, personal relationships, and social standing.

In conclusion, the trend of making personal details accessible in the virtual


world presents a complex array of risks and vulnerabilities, overshadowing the
convenience it offers. It's crucial to weigh these potential threats against the benefits
to ensure personal privacy and security are not compromised. (305 words)

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NGÀY 24/02
Parents are putting a lot of pressure on their children to
succeed. What are the reasons for this? Is it a positive or
negative development
DẠNG TWO-PART QUESTIONS

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. distort 2. relentless 3. excel 4. hinder 5. aspiration
(v) (a) (v) (v) (n)

Words Definitions
a. to be extremely good at something
b. to limit the ability of someone to do something, or to limit
the development of something
c. continuing in a severe or extreme way
d. to change the shape of something so that it looks strange or
unnatural
e. something that you hope to achieve
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. there is a noticeable trend of parents exerting substantial pressure on their
children to ______ in various domains.
2. some adults might transfer their own unfulfilled ______ onto their son or
daughter.
3. This not only increases the pressure on the younger generation but also ______
the perception of success and failure in the minds of them as a consequence.
4. The focus on ______ achievement often leads to a narrow definition of success.
5. This can ______ a child’s ability to learn from failure and make him or her less
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Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!
1. competitive a. norms
2. instill b. life skills
3. shrinking c. job market
4. crucial d. discipline and motivation
5. societal e. nature
Practice 4: Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. Foremost among these is the increasingly ______ of the global economy.
2. This can impede the development of ______, such as creativity, resilience, and
independence as a consequence.
3. this pressure ______, beneficial to their future.
4. motivated by economic demands and ______, the emphasis placed by parents
on their children's success detrimentally affects their mental well-being.
5. Parents, cognizant of the ______ and escalating living costs, may believe that
only through exceptional achievement can their offspring secure a stable and
prosperous future.
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KEY AND SAMPLE
In today’s society, there is
a noticeable trend of parents
exerting substantial pressure on
KEY their children to excel in various
VOCABULARY domains. This essay will delve
1. Excel: vượt trội into the motivations of this trend
2. Distort: bóp méo and argue that it represents a
3. Hinder: cản trở negative development due to its
4. Relentless: không ngừng potential to adversely affect
5. Aspiration: đam mê, khát khao children’s mental health and
6. crucial life skills: kỹ năng sống well-being.
quan trọng The underlying reasons
7. shrinking job market: thị for this phenomenon are
trường lao động bị thu hẹp multifaceted. Foremost among
8. instills discipline and these is the increasingly
motivation: thúc đẩy kỷ luật và competitive nature of the global
động lực economy. Parents, cognizant of
9. societal norms: chuẩn mực xã the shrinking job market and
hội escalating living costs, may
10. competitive nature: bản chất believe that only through
cạnh tranh exceptional achievement can
their offspring secure a stable
and prosperous future. Additionally, some adults might transfer their own unfulfilled
aspirations onto their son or daughter. This not only increases the pressure on the
younger generation but also distorts the perception of success and failure in the
minds of them as a consequence.
Psychologically, this can breed stress or anxiety among children, who may feel
inadequate in meeting their mother or father’s expectations and afraid of taking risks
or making mistakes. This can impede the development of crucial life skills, such as
creativity, resilience, and independence as a consequence. While some may argue
that this pressure instills discipline and motivation, beneficial to their future, I do
not think this is the case. The focus on relentless achievement often leads to a
narrow definition of success. This can hinder a child’s ability to learn from failure
and make him or her less prepared, not more, for the complexities and challenges of
adult life.
In conclusion, motivated by economic demands and societal norms, the
emphasis placed by parents on their children's success detrimentally affects their
mental well-being and hampers their overall growth, underscoring its negative
consequences. (208 words)

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NGÀY 07/03
Some people think that in modern society, individuals are
becoming more dependent on each other. Others believe
people have become more independent. Discuss both
views and give your own opinion.
DẠNG DISCUSSION

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. nurture 2. equip 3. self-sufficiency 4. cater to 5. unprecedented
(v) (v) (n) (v) (a)

Words Definitions
a. to help a plan or a person to develop and be successful
b. to provide a person or a place with objects that are
necessary for a particular purpose
c. the quality of being able to take care of yourself, to be
happy, or to deal with problems, without help from other
people
d. to provide, and sometimes serve, food
e. never having happened or existed in the past
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. Personally, I align with the perspective that contemporary life _____ self-
reliance.
2. each worker often brings a unique set of skills and knowledge to the team, but
diverse teams are better equipped to _____ complex problems
3. the digital revolution has provided them with tools and platforms that enable
_____ in learning and problem-solving.
4. Online education platforms like Coursera allow users to acquire new
knowledge and skills independently, _____ their specific interests and pace.
5. technological innovations, such as online banking or investing apps, have _____
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Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!
1. Increasingly a. And territories
2. nations b. shortages
3. global c. advisors
4. financial d. dependence
5. mutual e. demand
Practice 4: Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. the evolution of work practices in many companies these days has promoted
mutual dependence, where tasks _____ the combined expertise and insights
2. When a natural disaster disrupts semiconductor production in one country, it
can lead to _____ of electronic goods as a consequence.
3. These tools can pave the way for immediate transactions, invest in stocks or
cryptocurrencies, and manage savings without the need for traditional
banking institutions or _____.
4. modern society undoubtedly encourages a certain level of _____ through
evolving work dynamics and global economic interactions.
5. most _____ tend to specialize in producing certain goods or services and then
trade with others to meet their diverse needs.
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KEY AND SAMPLE
Public opinion is divided
as to whether modern society
fosters greater interdependence
KEY among its members or promotes
VOCABULARY increased independence.
1. Nurture: nuôi dưỡng Personally, I align with the
2. Increasingly demand: ngày perspective that contemporary
càng đòi hỏi life nurtures self-reliance.
3. Tackle: đối phó On the one hand, it is true
4. Nations and territories: các that some individuals are
quốc gia và vùng lãnh thổ becoming more dependent on
5. Global shortages: sự thiếu hụt each other. Firstly, the evolution
toàn cầu of work practices in many
6. Self-sufficiency: sự tự lập companies these days has
7. Cater to: phục vụ, đáp ứng promoted mutual dependence,
8. unprecendented: chưa từng có where tasks increasingly
9. Financial advisor: cố vấn tài demand the combined expertise
chính and insights. This is because each
10. Mutual dependence: sự lệ thuộc worker often brings a unique set
lẫn nhau of skills and knowledge to the
team, but diverse teams are
better equipped to tackle
complex problems. Secondly, most nations and territories tend to specialize in
producing certain goods or services and then trade with others to meet their diverse
needs. When a natural disaster disrupts semiconductor production in one country, it
can lead to global shortages of electronic goods as a consequence.
On the other hand, I claim that people have become more independent. First
of all, the digital revolution has provided them with tools and platforms that enable
self-sufficiency in learning and problem-solving. Online education platforms like
Coursera allow users to acquire new knowledge and skills independently, catering
to their specific interests and pace. Second of all, technological innovations, such as
online banking or investing apps, have empowered individuals to manage their
finances with unprecedented autonomy. These tools can pave the way for immediate
transactions, invest in stocks or cryptocurrencies, and manage savings without the
need for traditional banking institutions or financial advisors.
In conclusion, while modern society undoubtedly encourages a certain level
of mutual dependence through evolving work dynamics and global economic
interactions, it simultaneously equips individuals with the means for greater self-
reliance. The balance between these trends underscores the complexity of our times,
where independence and interdependence coexist and shape our personal and
collective experiences. (300 words)

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NGÀY 09/03
It is a good idea for people to continue working in their old
age, if it is possible for them to do so. Do you agree or
disagree?
DẠNG AGREE/DISAGREE

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. senior 2. wisdom 3. accelerate 4. absenteeism 5. adapt to
(n) (n) (v) (n) (v)

Words Definitions
a. an old person
b. the ability to use your knowledge and experience to make
good decisions and judgments
c. to happen or make something happen sooner or faster
d. a situation in which people are not at school or work when
they should be
e. to change your ideas or behaviour to make them suitable
for a new situation
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. The challenges they face in _____ rapid technological changes and managing
health issues present significant obstacles to their continued participation in
the workforce.
2. Many believe allowing _____ to work if they wish would be beneficial to them.
3. they can also have the opportunity to share their experience and impart _____
accumulated over years
4. This could lead to increased _____ and reduced productivity
5. the young can gain valuable mentorship and guidance, _____ their professional
growth.

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Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!
1. Ongoing a. stamina
2. Mental b. Research methodologies
3. technological c. development
4. cutting edge d. sharpness
5. physical e. mental activity
Practice 4: Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. this _____, prompted by the diverse challenges of problem-solving and the
routine demands of daily tasks in a work environment, plays a critical role in
keeping the mind engaged and active.
2. This has been shown to contribute significantly to maintaining _____,
enhancing memory, and boosting overall brain function.
3. even if older individuals wish to continue working, they may encounter
difficulties in adjusting to swift _____.
4. in sectors characterized by rapid technological evolution, such as IT or
biotechnology, older employees might find it challenging to keep pace with
new software applications or _____.
5. they are prone to health issues and decreased _____.
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KEY AND SAMPLE
Many believe allowing
seniors to work if they wish
KEY would be beneficial to them.
VOCABULARY Personally, I do not concur with
1. senior: người cao tuổi this viewpoint.
2. wisdom: trí tuệ On the one hand, people
3. accelerate: tăng tốc working in their old age could
4. absenteeism: sự vắng mặt receive many benefits. First, this
5. adapt to: thích nghi ongoing mental activity,
6. ongoing mental activity: hoạt prompted by the diverse
động trí não liên tục challenges of problem-solving
7. mental sharpness: sự nhạy bén and the routine demands of daily
trong tư duy tasks in a work environment,
8. swift technological plays a critical role in keeping the
development: sự phát triển mind engaged and active. This
công nghệ nhanh chóng has been shown to contribute
9. cutting-edge research significantly to maintaining
methodologies: phương pháp mental sharpness, enhancing
nghiên cứu hiện đại memory, and boosting overall
10. physical stamina: sức bền về brain function. Second, they can
thể chất also have the opportunity to
share their experience and
impart wisdom accumulated over years. Meanwhile, the young can gain valuable
mentorship and guidance, accelerating their professional growth, thanks to which,
relationships across generations can be built within the workplace.
On the other hand, the drawbacks are much bigger. Firstly, even if older
individuals wish to continue working, they may encounter difficulties in adjusting to
swift technological advancements. For example, in sectors characterized by rapid
technological evolution, such as IT or biotechnology, older employees might find it
challenging to keep pace with new software applications or cutting-edge research
methodologies, ultimately impeding progress and innovation within the
organization. Secondly, even if it is possible for them to remain in the workforce, they
are prone to health issues and decreased physical stamina. This could lead to
increased absenteeism and reduced productivity, further impacting the
organization's overall performance as a consequence
In conclusion, while some advocate for the inclusion of seniors in the
workforce to promote diversity and recognize the value of individuals of all ages, I
maintain a different perspective. The challenges they face in adapting to rapid
technological changes and managing health issues present significant obstacles to
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NGÀY 16/03
People who decide on a career path early in their lives and
keep to it are more likely to have a satisfying working life
than those who change jobs frequently. Do you agree or
disagree?
DẠNG AGREE/DISAGREE

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. Marketable 2. Versatility 3. Expertise 4. Dedication 5. Domain
(n) (n) (v) (n) (v)

Words Definitions
a. attractive to customers or employers
b. able to change easily from one activity to another or able to
be used for many different purposes
c. a high level of knowledge or skill
d. the willingness to give a lot of time and energy to
something because it is important
e. an area of interest or an area over which a person has
control
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. they can also gain diverse experiences and skill sets across different
industries or sectors, making them more valuable and _______ to recruiters.
2. This _______ allows them to adapt to various work environments and tackle
new challenges with ease, ultimately increasing their earning potential.
3. They can focus their efforts on developing specialized knowledge and _______
within a particular field.
4. This _______ may lead to greater job satisfaction as individuals and achieve
success within their chosen profession.
5. His or her deep understanding in this _______ can open up opportunities even
for managerial positions in leading tech companies earlier than their peers.
Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!

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1. job a. life
2. Starting b. Activities
3. salary increment c. offer
4. extracurricular d. salaries
5. professional e. hopper
Practice 4: Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. While _______ may enjoy certain advantages, I believe that individuals who
remain loyal to one position often find greater fulfillment in their careers
2. this is an opportunity for them to negotiate higher _______.
3. they may have higher compensation to maintain their standard of living,
leading to _______ from employers eager to attract talent.
4. a young professional who decides to pursue software engineering right in
their university years could tailor their coursework and _______ to gain
relevant skills in programming languages.
5. By focusing on developing specialized expertise within their chosen field, they
can achieve deeper job satisfaction and potentially faster career progression,
ultimately leading to a more rewarding _______.
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KEY AND SAMPLE
The debate over whether
early career decisions and job
stability lead to a more satisfying
KEY working life is widely contested.
VOCABULARY From my point of view, while job
1. Marketable: thu hút, gây ấn hoppers may enjoy certain
tượng tốt advantages, I believe that
2. Versatility: sự linh hoạt individuals who remain loyal to
3. Expertise: kỹ năng one position often find greater
4. Dedication: sự cống hiến fulfillment in their careers.
5. Domain: lĩnh vực On the one hand, it is true
6. Job hoppers: người nhảy việc that those jumping jobs from
7. Starting salaries: lương khởi time to time can enjoy multiple
điểm benefits. First, this is an
8. Salary increment offers: đề opportunity for them to negotiate
xuất tăng lương higher starting salaries. As
9. Extracurricular activities: hoạt inflation drives up the cost of
động ngoại khoá living over time, they may have
10. professional life: đời sống công higher compensation to maintain
việc their standard of living, leading to
salary increment offers from
employers eager to attract top talent. Second, they can also gain diverse experiences
and skill sets across different industries or sectors, making them more valuable and
marketable to recruiters. This versatility allows them to adapt to various work
environments and tackle new challenges with ease, ultimately increasing their
earning potential.
On the other hand, I believe that workers loyal to one post can experience a
more fulfilling professional life. They can focus their efforts on developing
specialized knowledge and expertise within a particular field. This dedication may
lead to greater job satisfaction as individuals and achieve success within their chosen
profession. For instance, a young professional who decides to pursue software
engineering right in their university years could tailor their coursework and
extracurricular activities to gain relevant skills in programming languages,
software development methodologies, and problem-solving techniques. His or her
deep understanding in this domain can open up opportunities even for managerial
positions in leading tech companies earlier than their peers.
In conclusion, I believe that individuals who remain dedicated to a single post
often find greater fulfillment in their careers. By focusing on developing specialized
expertise within their chosen field, they can achieve deeper job satisfaction and
potentially faster career progression, ultimately leading to a more rewarding
professional life (317 words)

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NGÀY 23/03
Some people think it is a good thing for senior managers to
have much higher salaries than the other workers in a
company. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
DẠNG AGREE/DISAGREE

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. injustice 2. attain 3. breed 4. strive 5. erode
(n) (v) (v) (v) (v)

Words Definitions
a. to cause something to happen, usually something bad:
b. to try very hard to do something or to make something
happen
c. to reach or succeed in getting something
d. a situation in which there is no fairness and justice:
e. to rub or be rubbed away gradually
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. excessive pay differences can ______ resentment, undermine teamwork, and
diminish overall productivity within the organization.
2. Such differentials serve as a motivational tool for employees to ______ higher
positions within the company.
3. employees perceive that their contributions are undervalued compared to
those of senior managers, it can breed feelings of ______ and dissatisfaction.
4. this disparity may lead to a lack of trust in the management, ______ employee
loyalty and commitment to the organization's goals.
5. companies can incentivize employees to enhance their skills, pursue
professional development, and ______ for excellence in their work as a
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Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!
1. wage a. morale
2. climb b. job responsibilities
3. team c. cohesion
4. basic d. the corporate ladder
5. employee e. gap
Practice 4: Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. an excessive _____ can foster resentment and discord among the workforce
2. This fosters a competitive yet aspirational work environment, where
employees are motivated to not only _____ but also contribute to the
company's success.
3. Such negative emotions can undermine _____ and hinder productivity within
the company
4. workers might become less inclined to go above and beyond their _____
5. it is crucial for companies to strive for a more equitable distribution of salaries
to maintain ______, trust in management, and overall organizational success.
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KEY AND SAMPLE
Many believe that it is
advantageous for senior
managers to receive substantially
KEY higher salaries compared to
VOCABULARY other employees within a
1. Breed: làm nảy sinh, phát sinh company. However, I am not in
2. Attain: đạt được agreement with this point of view
3. Strive: nỗ lực, cố gắng because excessive pay
4. Injustice: sự bất công differences can breed
5. Erode: làm suy đồi, suy thoái resentment, undermine
6. career advancement teamwork, and diminish overall
opportunities: cơ hội thăng productivity within the
tiếng sự nghiệp organization.
7. climb the corporate ladder: leo On the one hand, it is true
lên chức vụ cao hơn that offering higher salaries to
8. basic job responsibilities: trách senior managers than the other
nhiệm công việc cơ bản workers in a company could be
9. employee morale: tinh thần beneficial. Such differentials
nhân viên serve as a motivational tool for
10. team cohesion: sự gắn kết giữa employees to attain higher
các thành viên trong nhóm positions within the company. By
offering the prospect of
substantial financial rewards and career advancement opportunities, companies can
incentivize employees to enhance their skills, pursue professional development, and
strive for excellence in their work as a consequence. This fosters a competitive yet
aspirational work environment, where employees are motivated to not only climb
the corporate ladder but also contribute to the company's success
On the other hand, an excessive wage gap can foster resentment and discord
among the workforce. When employees perceive that their contributions are
undervalued compared to those of senior managers, it can breed feelings of injustice
and dissatisfaction. Such negative emotions can undermine team cohesion and
hinder productivity within the company. Moreover, this disparity may lead to a lack
of trust in the management, eroding employee loyalty and commitment to the
organization's goals. As a consequence, workers might become less inclined to go
above and beyond their basic job responsibilities, which results in decreased
productivity and innovation within the organization.
In conclusion, I believe that the potential negative consequences of excessive
wage gaps, including resentment, diminished teamwork, and decreased productivity,
outweigh these perceived benefits. Therefore, it is crucial for companies to strive for
a more equitable distribution of salaries to maintain employee morale, trust in
management, and overall organizational success. (297 words)

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NGÀY 30/03
People spend too much time traveling to work or school.
What are the reasons? Solutions?
DẠNG AGREE/DISAGREE

VOCABULARY
Practice 1: Match these words with their definitions!
1. allot 2. Hence 3. Culprit 4. Strain 5. Strategic
(v) (adv) (n) (v) (a)

Words Definitions
a. to give something, especially a share of something
available, for a particular purpose
b. that is the reason or explanation for
c. a fact or situation that is the reason for something bad
happening
d. to cause too much of something to be used, especially
money
e. helping to achieve a plan, for example in business or
politics
Practice 2: Fill the following gaps with the above word!
1. citizens are having to _____ too much time for traveling to work or school on a
daily basis
2. they have to commute significant distances to where they work or study, _____
longer hours spent traveling each day.
3. The second _____ is the lack of adequate public transportation options in many
countries and territories.
4. This further _____ the road networks, not only increasing the time spent in
traffic due to congestion but also limiting the alternatives available for
commuting efficiently.
5. Through _____ urban planning and improvements in public transportation, it
is possible not only to enhance the quality of life for countless individuals but
also contribute to the broader goals of sustainable urban development.

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Practice 3: Match these words to form collocations!
1. Urban sprawl a. spaces
2. Mass b. Strategies
3. underserved c. areas
4. development d. transit
5. recreational e. phenomenon
Practice 4: Fill the following gaps with the above collocations!
1. the _____, where cities expand far beyond their original boundaries, has led to
people living further away from their workplaces and educational
institutions.
2. it is important to enhance _____ to make commuting more efficient and
environmentally friendly and encourage everyone to leave their cars or
motorbikes at home.
3. This includes not only increasing the frequency and reliability of services but
also expanding routes to cover _____.
4. promoting urban _____ that encourage the creation of mixed-use
neighborhoods can help reduce travel distances.
5. By integrating residential, commercial, and _____, residents can live closer to
where they work and study.
Practice 5: Write this week’s topic after learning all the ideas and lexical items!
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KEY AND SAMPLE
In contemporary society,
citizens are having to allot too
much time for traveling to work
KEY or school on a daily basis. This
VOCABULARY essay aims to delve into the root
1. Allot: phân bổ causes of this phenomenon and
2. Hence: vì thế dẫn đến propose potential solutions to
3. Culprit: thủ phạm mitigate the situation
4. Strain: tạo áp lực lên There are two reasons for
5. Strategic: mang tính chiến lược people's excessive travel times
6. urban sprawl phenomenon: these days. Firstly, the urban
hiện tượng tràn lan đô thị sprawl phenomenon, where
7. mass transit: phương tiện công cities expand far beyond their
cộng original boundaries, has led to
8. underserved areas: khu vực people living further away from
thiếu thốn dịch vụ their workplaces and educational
9. development strategies: chiến institutions. Therefore, they have
lược phát triển to commute significant distances
10. recreational spaces: không gian to where they work or study,
giải trí hence longer hours spent
traveling each day. The second
culprit is the lack of adequate public transportation options in many countries and
territories, which leaves citizens with no choice but to rely on personal vehicles. This
further strains the road networks, not only increasing the time spent in traffic due
to congestion but also limiting the alternatives available for commuting efficiently.
Addressing these issues requires a multifaceted approach. First of all, it is
important to enhance mass transit to make commuting more efficient and
environmentally friendly and encourage everyone to leave their cars or motorbikes
at home. This includes not only increasing the frequency and reliability of services
but also expanding routes to cover underserved areas. In addition, promoting
urban development strategies that encourage the creation of mixed-use
neighborhoods can help reduce travel distances. By integrating residential,
commercial, and recreational spaces, residents can live closer to where they work
and study, which is likely to cut down their commute times as a result.
In conclusion, while the problem of excessive commuting times poses
significant challenges to individuals and communities, it is not insurmountable.
Through strategic urban planning and improvements in public transportation, it is
possible not only to enhance the quality of life for countless individuals but also
contribute to the broader goals of sustainable urban development. (308 words)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Dạng pros and cons .................................................................................................................... 1
Dạng Agree/Disagree ................................................................................................................ 4
Dạng Discussion ...................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
DẠng pros and cons ................................................................................................................. 10
DẠng pros and cons ................................................................................................................. 13
DẠng pros and cons ................................................................................................................. 16
DẠng two-part questions....................................................................................................... 19
DẠng DISCUSSION .................................................................................................................... 22
DẠng agree/disagree ............................................................................................................. 25
DẠng agree/disagree ............................................................................................................. 28
DẠng agree/disagree ............................................................................................................. 31
DẠng agree/disagree ............................................................................................................. 34

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