1. Reference Example 4
Practice
Answer the questions (Page 106, Literature 6, Volume 2)
Exercise: In celebration of Earth Day, April 22, your class organized a discussion on "Reducing the Use of Plastic Packaging and Plastic Waste" during a class session. Please write the minutes for that discussion. You can write it by hand or create a document on the computer.
Method for solving:
You should follow the steps below to prepare your assignment:
- Preparation
- Find ideas and create an outline
- Write the minutes
- Check and edit the minutes
Detailed Solution:
MINUTES OF THE DISCUSSION ON “REDUCING THE USE OF PLASTIC PACKAGING” AND “PLASTIC WASTE”
Start time: 2:00 PM on March 2, 2022
Location: Class 6A, Nghia Tan Secondary School
Participants: Homeroom teacher and 42 members of class 6A
Chairperson: Tran Minh Nhat - Class Leader
Secretary: Ngo Lan Anh - Academic Vice President
Discussion content:
Class Leader Tran Minh Nhat led the class discussion on “Reducing the use of plastic packaging and plastic waste.”
- During the discussion, opinions were shared on “Reducing the use of plastic packaging” and “Plastic waste”:
- After the discussion, the group leaders summarized the opinions as follows:
- Minimize the use of plastic products and plastic bags at the unit and replace them with organic products that can be reused.
- Use the waste disposal process of “reduce - reuse - recycle.”
- Organize a plastic bag collection for recycling.
- Raise public awareness about environmental protection.
- Local authorities to support the establishment of a collection and recycling system for plastic bags.
Additional comments from some individuals:
- Organize recycling programs and creatively reuse waste materials to make useful items.
- Add more trash bins at production sites and classify recyclable waste from biodegradable organic waste at the source.
- Launch campaigns to collect general waste and plastic waste in particular.
The session concluded at 3:45 PM on March 2, 2022.

2. Reference Example 5
1.1. Guidelines
a. Depending on the specific details of each event, there are various types of minutes: minutes that document an event or a meeting.
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b. To write accurate minutes, follow the steps outlined below:
- Determine the content of the minutes and reflect it in the title.
- Collect relevant information regarding the event to draft the minutes.
- Write the minutes using the provided template.
- Review, check, and edit the minutes.
1.2. Practical Exercise
Exercise: In celebration of Earth Day, April 22, our class organized a discussion on “Reducing the Use of Plastic Packaging and Plastic Waste” during a class session. Please write the minutes for that discussion. You may write by hand or create a document on your computer:
a. Preparation:
- Define the purpose of the minutes: to document the details of the class discussion.
- Prepare the materials for writing the minutes (either by hand or on a computer).
- Familiarize yourself with the minutes template to understand its structure.
- Choose a position that allows you to observe and listen closely to gather information for the minutes.
b. Writing:
THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM
Independence – Freedom – Happiness
MINUTES
Class session discussing the topic: Reducing the Use of Plastic Packaging and Plastic Waste
Start time: 8:30 AM, Monday, [Date], [Month], [Year]
Location: Classroom 6A, Nguyen Tat Thanh Secondary School
Participants: Homeroom teacher and 35 members of class 6A
Chairperson: Nguyen Van A – Class Leader
Secretary: Pham Minh B – Academic Vice President
Discussion Content
(1) Class Leader Nguyen Van A initiated the discussion by presenting the topic, objectives, and requested all groups to share their views on the issue of “Reducing the Use of Plastic Packaging and Plastic Waste.”
(2) The class split into groups to discuss and share ideas. Representatives from each group presented their thoughts one by one.
(3) Class Leader Nguyen Van A summarized, and Secretary Pham Minh B recorded the main points on the board:
- Minimize the use of plastic products and plastic bags by replacing them with reusable organic products.
- Adopt the waste management approach of “reduce – reuse – recycle.”
- Organize a collection of plastic bags for recycling.
- Promote public awareness about environmental issues.
- Add more trash bins at production sites to separate recyclable materials from biodegradable waste at the source.
- Organize community clean-up and waste sorting events.
The session concluded at 9:30 AM on [Date], [Month], [Year].
c. Review and Edit:
- Incorporate feedback from participants (if any).
- Re-read the minutes.
- Identify and correct any errors in content or formatting.
Exercise: What is the purpose of minutes?
a. Solution Guide: You may refer to books, articles, and online resources to help solve this question.
b. Detailed Answer:
- Minutes record events that have occurred or are currently happening. Although not legally binding, they serve as a historical document that provides evidence of actual events.
- From the content of the minutes, one can find directives from leadership or suggestions and contributions from individuals or groups to adjust, organize, and improve work efficiency.
- Minutes act as a reminder for individuals or groups who have signed off, and they help ensure that commitments are noted and acted upon.
- Additionally, minutes help individuals track and verify the accuracy of tasks before the next meeting begins.
Conclusion:
After completing this lesson, you should be able to:
- Analyze a specific set of minutes.
- Write minutes when needed.

3. Reference Example 1
1. Guidelines
a) Depending on the nature of the event, different types of minutes can be used: minutes to document an event or a meeting.
b) To write effective minutes, follow the steps outlined below:
- Define the content of the minutes and reflect it in the title.
- Collect relevant information about the event to include in the minutes.
- Write the minutes following the template.
- Review, check, and edit the minutes if necessary.
2. Practical Exercise
Exercise: To celebrate Earth Day on April 22, our class held a discussion on the topic of “Reducing the Use of Plastic Packaging and Plastic Waste.” Please record the minutes of this discussion. You may write it by hand or create a document on your computer.
a) Preparation
- Define the purpose of the minutes: to document the discussion.
- Prepare the tools for recording the minutes.
- Review the minutes template to understand its structure.
- Position yourself where you can easily observe and listen to others to gather the information needed for the minutes.
b) Writing
LE LOI SECONDARY SCHOOL
CLASS 6A1
SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM
Independence – Freedom – Happiness
MINUTES
Discussion on the topic “Reducing the Use of Plastic Packaging and Plastic Waste”
Start time: 10:30 AM, March 16, 2022
Location: Classroom 6A1, Le Loi Secondary School
Participants: Homeroom teacher and 42 members of Class 6A1
Chairperson: Nguyen Nhat Linh – Class Leader
Secretary: Pham Viet Ha – Academic Vice President
Discussion Content
(1) Class Leader Nguyen Nhat Linh began the discussion by asking each group to share their thoughts on the topic “Reducing the Use of Plastic Packaging and Plastic Waste.”
(2) Each group presented their opinions in turn.
(3) Class Leader Nguyen Nhat Linh summarized the discussion, and Secretary Pham Viet Ha recorded the key points on the board:
- Minimize the use of plastic products and plastic bags, replacing them with reusable organic products.
- Implement the waste management process of “reduce – reuse – recycle.”
- Organize a collection of plastic bags for recycling.
- Promote public awareness on environmental issues.
- Add waste bins at production sites to separate recyclable and biodegradable materials at the source.
The session concluded at 11:30 AM on March 16, 2022.
Secretary
Pham Viet Ha
Chairperson
Nguyen Nhat Linh
c) Review and Edit

4. Reference Example 2
Guidelines
a. Depending on the specific event, different types of minutes are required: a record of an event or a discussion meeting.
b. To write the document, follow the process outlined below:
Practical Exercise
Answer the question (page 106, Literature 6, Volume 2)
Solution Method:
Refer to the following steps to complete the task:
- Preparation
- Brainstorm and outline your ideas
- Write the document
- Review and edit the document
Detailed Answer:
MINUTES OF THE DISCUSSION ON THE TOPIC “REDUCING THE USE OF PLASTIC PACKAGING” AND “PLASTIC WASTE”
Start time: 2:00 PM, March 2, 2022
Location: Class 6A, Nghia Tan Secondary School
Participants: Homeroom teacher and 42 members of Class 6A
Chairperson: Tran Minh Nhat - Class Leader
Secretary: Ngo Lan Anh - Academic Vice President
Discussion Content:
(1) Class Leader Tran Minh Nhat opened the discussion by addressing the topic “Reducing the Use of Plastic Packaging and Plastic Waste.”
During the discussion, opinions on reducing plastic packaging and plastic waste were shared.
- After the discussion, group leaders presented their consolidated ideas as follows:
- Reduce the use of plastic products and plastic bags at the organization level and replace them with organic, reusable alternatives.
- Implement a waste management process of “reduce – reuse – recycle.”
- Organize a collection program for plastic bags to be recycled.
- Promote environmental awareness within the community.
- Local authorities should support building a system for collecting, recycling, and reusing plastic bags.
- Additional suggestions from individuals:
- Organize creative waste collection programs, where discarded items can be reused for practical purposes.
- Add waste sorting bins at production sites to separate recyclable materials from biodegradable waste at the source.
- Conduct a community cleanup focused on plastic waste.
The session concluded at 3:45 PM on March 2, 2022.

5. Reference Example 3
Practical Exercise – Writing Minutes (page 104, Literature 6, Volume 2 – Canh Dieu)
Exercise: To celebrate Earth Day on April 22, our class held a discussion on the topic “Reducing the Use of Plastic Packaging and Plastic Waste.” Please write the minutes of the discussion. You may either write it by hand or create a document on your computer.
a) Preparation
- Determine the purpose of the minutes: documenting the discussion content.
- Prepare the tools for taking notes (handwritten or using a computer).
- Review the minutes template to understand the structure of the document.
- Choose a good vantage point to observe and listen to others for gathering information.
b) Writing – Writing the Minutes (page 104, Literature 6, Volume 2 – Canh Dieu)
Nguyen Tat Thanh Secondary School
Class 6A
SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM
Independence – Freedom – Happiness
MINUTES
Subject: Class Discussion on “Reducing the Use of Plastic Packaging and Plastic Waste”
Start Time: 8:30 AM, Monday, [Date], [Month], [Year]
Location: Classroom 6A, Nguyen Tat Thanh Secondary School
Participants: Homeroom Teacher, 35 members of Class 6A
Chairperson: Nguyen Van A – Class Leader
Secretary: Pham Minh B – Academic Vice President
Discussion Content
(1) Class Leader Nguyen Van A initiated the discussion, explaining the topic and objectives, and asked each group to share their thoughts on “Reducing the Use of Plastic Packaging and Plastic Waste.”
(2) Discussion in groups followed. Each member contributed ideas, and the group representatives presented them in turn.
(3) Class Leader Nguyen Van A summarized the discussion, and Secretary Pham Minh B recorded the key points on the board:
- Minimize the use of plastic products and plastic bags, replacing them with reusable organic alternatives.
- Implement the waste management process of “reduce – reuse – recycle.”
- Organize plastic bag collection for recycling.
- Promote environmental awareness within the community.
- Add waste bins at production sites to separate recyclable materials and biodegradable waste at the source.
- Organize a community cleanup and waste sorting campaign.
The session concluded at 9:30 AM, [Date], [Month], [Year].
Secretary Chairperson
Review and Edit
- Incorporate suggestions from the group (if any).
- Review the minutes.
- Check for and correct any errors in content or format.

