Buzz
Ví dụ:
- Tell me about your hometown?
- Can you describe your house?
- Can you describe the room you live in?
Thử xem xét ví dụ sau đây:
Examiner: Tell me about your hometown?
Candidate: I come from Dong Nai. It is located near Saigon. Dong Nai is famous for fruits and milk. The weather is hot all year round.
The response above falls short in:
- Người nói chỉ sử dụng câu đơn, dù có nhiều chỗ hai câu có thể gộp lại tạo thành một câu phức
- Không có các linking words để nối ý lại với nhau
- Câu trả lời chỉ liệt kê một cách đơn giản
- Chưa sử dụng được các từ vựng liên quan đến chủ đề
Strategies for Excelling in Basic Description Questions?
- Để trả lời được câu hỏi dạng Basic Description, trước hết các bạn nên hình dung trong đầu những khía cạnh của chủ đề, để từ đó lựa chọn và nói với giám khảo.
Ví dụ: Với đề bài là “Tell me about your hometown” (kể về quê của bạn), chúng ta có thể nói đến những mặt sau:
- Sau khi đã xác định được, các bạn chọn cho mình từ hai đến ba khía cạnh để đề cập, hãy tập trung nói về từng khía cạnh một cách chi tiết, không nên chỉ liệt kê.
- Thêm vào đó, đừng quên dùng từ nối để liên kết các câu lại với nhau. Sau đây là một số gợi ý giúp các bạn chuyển ý mạch lạc hơn:
| Câu mở đầu | – Well, …. – Actually, …. – Ok then, … |
| Idea #1 | – Talking about…, S +V – Regarding …, S +V |
| Idea #2 | – In addition to this,… – As well as that, … – And I should not forget to mention that … – Another thing that I would like to mention is …… |
| Idea #3 (điều mình thích nhất) | – What I like most about …. is that +S +V – I guess the thing I find most enjoyable is – The most enjoyable aspect about …is |
Ví dụ: Tell me about your hometown?
Well, I was born and raised in Binh Duong city, (Location) which is about 1-hour-drive from Ho Chi Minh city.(Weather) Talking about the weather, my hometown is located in southern Vietnam, so the weather is hot all year round. However, I have lived there since I was a kid so now I am familiar with the weather. (Attractions)As well as that, Dong Nai is famous for plenty of tourist attractions such Giang Dien Fall, Buu Long Tourist Park and Cat Tien National Park. (People) But what I like most about my hometown is that the people. They are very welcoming and are willing to give you a hand when you are in need.
Based on suggestions for answering Basic Description questions, try to think of ideas to answer the following question:
Could you depict your residence?
Suggestions: You could discuss various aspects of your home such as:
Sample:
Presently, my family and I reside in a two-story house. It encompasses a total of 8 rooms: 1 living room, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 dining room, and 1 kitchen. (Color) The house is painted in a bright white hue, lending it an elegant and luminous appearance. (Location) Additionally, our house is situated in a tranquil alley within Go Vap District, ensuring a peaceful ambiance. However, due to the limited number of eateries and shops nearby, convenience is somewhat compromised, especially when seeking quick meals or shopping.
Could you provide insights about the educational institution you attend?
Sample:
Currently, I am a second-year student at Hoa Sen University, pursuing a degree in Business Administration. (Location) One of the key advantages is its prime location in District 1, right in the heart of the city, facilitating convenient commute. (Facilities) The university boasts a comprehensive educational and recreational complex, featuring state-of-the-art amenities such as libraries, swimming pools, and sports centers. (Quality) Moreover, Hoa Sen University is renowned for its high-quality education, training programs, and internationally recognized research contributions to the community. (Fees, instructors) Although tuition fees are somewhat steep, the faculty comprises highly qualified lecturers who offer exceptional support.
Can you describe your family briefly?
Sample:
(Family members) I belong to a nuclear family of four. (Occupation) My parents are currently in their fifties, while my older sister is turning twenty-five next month. (Residence) We reside together in Binh Thanh district and find comfort in sharing our living space. (Interests) Our hobbies include watching movies, traveling, and cooking. Despite our busy schedules, we make a conscious effort to spend quality time together on weekends. (Emotions) Like any other family, we experience occasional conflicts, but overall, we have a harmonious relationship.
Giờ bạn hãy áp dụng những yếu tố tương tự để trả lời các câu hỏi sau đây:
- Tell me about your studies or job.
- Describe the room you live in.
- What would your ideal house look like?
