Topic: Outer space and stars | IELTS Speaking Part 1

• Have you ever learnt about outer space and stars?
• Are you interested in films about outer space and stars?
• Do you want to go into outer space in the future?

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1. Have you ever studied outer space and stars?

To be frank, I never had the opportunity to study astronomy formally as it wasn't part of our curriculum. Nevertheless, I enjoyed watching documentaries to expand my knowledge, which is how I educated myself about this subject. However, my familiarity is limited to naming planets and stars within our solar system, along with a few constellations.

2. Are you keen on movies about outer space and stars?

Honestly, I wasn't initially drawn to science fiction. However, during the 2000s, movies like Star Wars or Star Trek were extremely popular, so I eventually joined the trend. I never imagined that battles across interstellar space could be so captivating.

3. Do you aspire to travel to outer space in the future?

Absolutely, I've always been captivated by the mysteries and vastness of the universe. It would be a dream fulfilled to explore galaxies and investigate the existence of extraterrestrial life. Though at present, space travel seems like a distant fantasy accessible only to the wealthy, I believe that advancements in technology will one day make it a reality.

4. What’s your preferred star pattern?

There are numerous star formations to choose from, but one that stands out to me is Sagittarius, which coincidentally is also my zodiac sign. It resembles an archer, hence its name derived from Latin meaning “archer”. Despite my interest, I've never had the opportunity to observe it firsthand, as there are no observatories in Vietnam.

Highlight Key Vocabulary – Từ vựng quan trọng

• Astronomy: thiên văn học
• Solar system: hệ mặt trời
• Constellation: chòm sao 
• All the rage: rất phổ biến
• jumped on the bandwagon: chạy theo một trào lưu đang thịnh hành
• interstellar: giữa các ngôi sao 
• Greatness: sự kỳ vĩ
• Galaxy: thiên hà
• Extraterrestrial (n): người ngoài hành tinh 
• Far-fetched (adj): xa vời, phi thực tế
• Observatory: đài thiên văn 

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