Mẫu câu hỏi về khu vực bạn sống – IELTS Speaking Part 1

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Mẫu câu hỏi về khu vực bạn sống – IELTS Speaking Part 1

Do you reside in a house or an apartment?

When I was a child, I used to live together with my parents in a house. It was a two-story house in the downtown of HoChiMinh city, district 7. But now I moved to a brand new apartment. It’s in Go Vap district, pretty far from the center of the city but the living cost is reasonable and it’s a trade-off I’m willing to make.

What do you appreciate most about your current living situation?

The convenience is the best thing here. You know, on the ground floor of every apartment, they always have coffee shops, mini groceries stores, ATMs, etc. I can pop in quickly if I run out of something. Another feature that I have to mention is security. They have 24/7 security services including CCTV to protect us from any kinds of criminals.

• Pop in: ghé qua/ ghé vào
• Run out of: cạn/ hết sạch một thứ gì đó

How long have you been residing here?

Just about 2 years I think. It’s a good place to live but I’m planning to move back downtown right after my tenancy contract is over. It’s a weird thing to say but I love traveling and moving alot, not staying at one place for too long.

• Tenancy contract: hợp đồng thuê nhà

Which locality do you currently inhabit?

A metropolis I can say so. Skyscrapers, traffic jams, crowded streets,… are popular things you can easily find in this area. But don’t miss my point. I love this fast-paced living vibe in my neighborhood. It fits me so well.

• Metropolis: thành phố lớn
• Skyscraper: tòa nhà chọc trời 
• Fast-paced: hối hả

Are you satisfied with the area where you currently reside?

100% yes. I have everything I need right in my neighborhood. SInce I was born and raised here in Ho Chi Minh city, I love the food, the people and all of the conveniences we have here. It is also one of the most worth-living city in Vietnam with many career opportunities and fascinating entertaining services. I just can’t imagine the day that I have to move to anywhere else.

• Worth-living: đáng sống

How has your neighborhood changed recently?

There have been some remarkable changes in this area. When I was a kid, there were some lakes and paddle fields right in front of my house. The neighborhood was so deserted. Then more and more immigrants from other provinces, even other cities, came and together we have built up such a crowded, close-knit community now.

• Deserted: vắng vẻ

Do you happen to know any notable figures in your locality?

No, I don’t think public figures will choose to live in my neighborhood. Don’t get me wrong. It is still a lovely place for me. But you know, celebrities love luxurious, top-class real estates. And my place is just a mid-tier area. I have never seen any movie stars or famous singers close to my house.

• Public figure = celebrity: người nổi tiếng
• Luxuriou: sang trọng 
• Top-class: cao cấp
• Real estate: bất động sản 
• Mid-tier: tầm trung 

Where do you enjoy visiting in your vicinity?

Well there is a brand new park close to my place. And that quickly become one of my favorite spots in the area. I usually take a morning walk out there with my dog. It is pretty chilled in the morning, you know. The atmosphere is super comfy and quiet. Sometimes I see a small group of elderly practicing tai chi. I just enjoy being there alone, sitting on a couch. What a peaceful moment among the hustle and bustle of the city.

• Elderly: người cao tuổi
• Tai chi: Thái Cực Quyền 
• Hustle and bustle of the city: nhịp sống hối hả nơi thành thị 

Do you prefer crowded places? Why or why not?

• Introverted: hướng nội 
• Chaotic: hỗn loạn 
• Social awkwardness: sự ngại giao tiếp