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Contents
GIỚI THIỆU CHUNG ............................................................................................................... 6
A. ĐỀ THI WRITING TASK 2 .............................................................................................. 7
B. BÀI CHỮA THAM KHẢO .............................................................................................. 12
1.
08/01/2022 ........................................................................................................................ 13
ANSWER (8.0+): ................................................................................................................ 13
WORD LIST: ...................................................................................................................... 14
2.
15/01/2022 ........................................................................................................................ 15
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3.
22/1/2022 .......................................................................................................................... 17
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12/2/2022 .......................................................................................................................... 19
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17/2/2022 .......................................................................................................................... 21
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26/2/2022 .......................................................................................................................... 23
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3/3/2022 ............................................................................................................................ 25
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12/3/2022 .......................................................................................................................... 27
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19/3/2022 .......................................................................................................................... 29
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26/3/2022 ...................................................................................................................... 31
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2/4/2022 ........................................................................................................................ 33
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09/04/2022 .................................................................................................................... 35
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16/4/2022 ...................................................................................................................... 37
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23/4/2022 ...................................................................................................................... 39
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30/04/2022 .................................................................................................................... 41
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16.
07/05/2022 .................................................................................................................... 43
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12/05/2022 .................................................................................................................... 45
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21/05/2022 .................................................................................................................... 47
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28/05/2022 .................................................................................................................... 49
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20.
04/06/2022 .................................................................................................................... 51
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21.
11/06/2022 .................................................................................................................... 53
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18/06/2022 .................................................................................................................... 55
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25/06/2022 .................................................................................................................... 57
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13/07/2022 .................................................................................................................... 59
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WORD LIST: ...................................................................................................................... 60
25.
16/07/2022 .................................................................................................................... 61
ANSWER (8.0+): ................................................................................................................ 61
WORD LIST: ...................................................................................................................... 62
26.
23/07/2022 .................................................................................................................... 63
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27.
06/08/2022 .................................................................................................................... 65
ANSWER (8.0+): ................................................................................................................ 65
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28.
11/08/2022 .................................................................................................................... 67
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20/08/2022 .................................................................................................................... 69
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27/08/2022 .................................................................................................................... 71
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31.
03/09/2022 .................................................................................................................... 73
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10/09/2022 .................................................................................................................... 75
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17/09/2022 .................................................................................................................... 77
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24/09/2022 .................................................................................................................... 79
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08/10/2022 .................................................................................................................... 81
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13/10/2022 .................................................................................................................... 83
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22/10/2022 .................................................................................................................... 85
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29/10/2022 .................................................................................................................... 87
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19/11/2022 .................................................................................................................... 89
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26/11/2022 .................................................................................................................... 91
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03/12/2022 .................................................................................................................... 93
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10/12/2022 .................................................................................................................... 95
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17/12/2022 .................................................................................................................... 97
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22/12/2022 .................................................................................................................... 99
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29/12/2022 .................................................................................................................. 101
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GIỚI THIỆU CHUNG
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A. ĐỀ THI VIẾT TASK 2
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1. 08/01/2022
Some people could be naturally good leaders. Others believe that people can
learn leadership skills. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
2. 15/01/2022
Some think that people should not change their jobs while others think they
should because it brings advantages for both themselves and their employers.
Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
3. 22/1/2022
In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some
people think that the government has the responsibility to solve this problem. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?
4. 12/2/2022
More and more people are choosing to eat healthy food and making time to
exercise regularly. Why is this happening and what can we do to encourage this?
5. 17/2/2022
Some people think that people should be given the right to use fresh water as
much as they like. Others believe governments should strictly control the use of
fresh water. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
6. 26/2/2022
Some people think that a huge amount of time and money is spent on the
protection of wild animals and that this money could be better spent on the
human population. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
7. 3/3/2022
Some people think scientific research should focus on solving world health
problems. Others think that there are more important issues. Discuss both views
and give your opinion.
8. 12/3/2022
Fewer young people do farming work in rural areas. Why? Should young people
be encouraged to do farming work?
9. 19/3/2022
Some people believe that schools should teach foreign languages for primary
school children. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
10. 26/3/2022
Today people live away from their friends and family to find a job in other cities.
Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
11. 2/4/2022
In the future, there will be a higher proportion of older people than young people
in many countries. Is it a positive or negative development?
12. 09/04/2022
Although there is a lot of translation software available, learning a language
could still be advantageous. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
13. 16/4/2022
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The expansion of multinational companies and increase in globalization produce
positive effects for everyone. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this
statement.
14. 23/4/2022
Young people learn good behavior more from movies and books than real-life
experiences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
15. 30/04/2022
Some people think that young people should be required to do unpaid work
helping people in the community. Do the advantages outweigh the
disadvantages?
16. 17. 07/05/2022
Any country should be able to sell goods to other countries without the
restrictions of the government. Do you agree or disagree?
17. 12/05/2022
As major cities in the world are growing today, so do their problems. What are
the problems for young people living in the cities as the result of continued
growth? What are the solutions to these problems?
18. 21/05/2022
To succeed in business, one needs to know math. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
19. 28/05/2022
Some human activities have negative effects on plant and animal species. Some
people think it is too late to do anything about this problem while others think
effective measures can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both views and
give your opinion.
20. 04/06/2022
Environmental damage is a problem in most countries. What factors damage the
environment and who should take responsibility?
21. 11/06/2022
Pop stars earn much more than classical music performers. Some people think
this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and
give your own opinion.
22. 18/06/2022
Young people are committing more crimes. Discuss the causes and solutions for
this problem.
23. 25/06/2022
Some people believe that the government should not spend money on
international aid when they have their own disadvantaged people like the
homeless and unemployed. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
24. 09/07/2022
Large companies use sporting events to promote their products. Some people
think this has a negative impact. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
25. 16/07/2022
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In some parts of the world it is increasingly popular to research the history of
one’s own family. Why do people want to do this? Is it a positive or negative
development?
26. 23/07/2022
Many people find it hard to balance their work with other parts of their lives.
What are the reasons for this? How can this problem be overcome?
27. 06/08/2022
There are several factors that motivate people to stay in the workforce. Among
them, money is the most important factor. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
28. 11/08/2022
Many people believe that good planning is the key factor to success in life, while
others believe that other factors like hard work or luck are important. Discuss
both views and give your opinion.
29. 20/08/2022
Some people claim that public museums and art galleries will no longer be
necessary because people can see historical objects and works of art by using a
computer. Do you agree or disagree?
30. 27/08/2022
As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities, some
governments encourage businesses to move to rural areas. Do you think the
advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
31. 03/09/2022
Some people think that the detailed criminal description on newspapers and TV
has bad influences, so this kind of information should be restricted in the media.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
32. 10/09/2022
Some people believe that technology causes more problems for modern society
than it solves. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
33. 17/09/2022
In some countries, small town-centre shops are going out of business because
people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without cars
have limited access to out-of-town stores, and it may result in an increase in the
use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its
advantages?
34. 24/09/2022
Some people say we do not need printed newspapers anymore. To what extent
do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
35. 08/10/2022
The most important function of music is that it helps people reduce stress. To
what extent do you agree/ disagree
36. 13/10/2022
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Many people now use language in a less formal way than in the past. Why is that
so? Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages?
37. 22/10/2022
The best way to solve the world’s environmental problems is to increase the cost
of fuel for cars and other vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
38. 29/10/2022
As well as making money, businesses should also have social responsibilities. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?
39. 19/11/2022
Some people think history has nothing or little to tell us, but others think that
studying the past history can help us better understand the present. Discuss both
views and give your opinion.
40. 26/11/2022
Many people think modern communication technology is having some negative
effects on social relationships. Do you agree or disagree?
41. 03/12/2022
Some people think that it's important to spend money on family celebrations (e.g.
weddings, birthdays). However, some think that expensive celebrations are a
waste of money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
42. 10/12/2022
Some people believe that success in sports depends on physical ability. But some
people believe there are many factors that contribute to success at sports.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
43. 17/12/2022
In many countries people increasingly talk about money (how much they earn or
how much they pay for things in their daily conversations). Why? Is this a
positive or negative trend?
44. 22/12/2022
Some people believe that governments should pay full course fees for students
who want to study in universities. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
45. 29/12/2022
Some people think that the best way to increase road safety is to increase the
minimum legal age for driving cars or riding motorbikes. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?
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B. BÀI CHỮA THAM KHẢO
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1. 08/01/2022
Question: Some people could be naturally good leaders. Others believe that people
can learn leadership skills. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
ANSWER (8.0+):
A debate has been growing recently over whether leadership is an innate trait or a
skill that is acquired through learning. In my estimation, being a leader is a skill that can
be learned through extensive training.
Firstly, it is reasonable to assume that leadership is sometimes innate. Individuals
can be born with certain qualities that are predictive of a good leader such as
bravery, strategic intelligence and self-confidence. These traits can be passed down
along a long lineage of successful leaders from one generation to the next. This is
evident in how Henry Ford II presided over the Ford Motor Company after his father
did. Like his father, he was both tenacious and intelligent in guiding the company to
long-term success by pursuing aggressive and forward-thinking strategies in
innovating Ford’s automotive technology. Thus, it is understandable why some would
contend leadership can be acquired inherently.
However, a more persuasive case can be made for leadership as a learned
quality. Individuals can become leaders in a disciplined environment through the
process of training, practice and hands-on experience over time. For instance,
numerous reputed educational institutions throughout the world administer
leadership programs for those wanting to gain the required skill set to become
effective leaders. Within those programs there are courses intended to cover the
necessary aspects of leadership such as management, problem solving,
implementation of strategy and decision making. In addition, some of these programs
include practical experience, where protégés can learn from current leaders about
what it takes to take charge.
To conclude, while it is fair to assume that some are born with the qualities of a
good leader, I would assert that leadership skills can be gained through education
and experience in a structured environment.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Innate trait
Phẩm chất bẩm sinh
Extensive training
Rèn luyện chuyên sâu
Sth can come naturally to people
Thứ gì đó mà một người có một cách tự nhiên
Strategic intelligence
Tư duy chiến lược
Long lineage of successful leaders
Dòng dõi lâu đời của các nhà lãnh đạo thành
công
To preside over sth
Nắm quyền
Tenacious
Bền bỉ
Forward-thinking strategies
Chiến lược tiến tới
A disciplined environment
Một môi trường quy củ
Rise up the ranks
Leo chức
Administer leadership programs
Thực hiện chương trình đào tạo lãnh đạo
Proactive commanders
Chỉ huy chủ động
Tactical acumen
Nhạy bén chiến lược
To be naturally bestowed with sth
Được trao tặng cái gì đó một cách tự nhiên
At the onset
Ở điểm khởi đầu
A structured environment
Một môi trường có cấu trúc
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2. 15/01/2022
Question: Some think that people should not change their jobs while others think they
should because it brings advantages for both themselves and their employers. Discuss
both sides and give your opinion.
ANSWER (8.0+):
The topic of changing jobs can be a sensitive topic, with some believing that doing so
equips workers with a more expansive skill set and allows companies to save on
training costs. I, however, contend that it is more disadvantageous to change jobs since
it can hinder an individual’s career and companies may continually struggle to hire
new employees.
A key benefit of workers changing jobs regularly is that they can be equipped with a
more diverse skill set. As different jobs utilize different knowledge bases, employees
may be able to acquire a wide-ranging variety of professional skills. Therefore, in the
future when a new job is offered to them, employees will be better prepared for the
work entailed at any given position. For companies, when their employees switch
occupations, they can save time and money on training. Firms can do this by hiring
someone with equal or more experience than the previous person in the same field.
Therefore, the quality of the products or services being offered by these firms will
remain consistent.
However, switching jobs can hinder a worker’s career as companies may be reluctant
to hire such individuals. Employers understandably may hold a prejudice against those
who frequently alternate between occupations as they think a so-called ‘job
hopper’ will not be able to contribute to their company long-term and thus it would
be counterproductive to commit resources to them. When it comes to how companies
themselves can be negatively affected by job hopping, they may continually
struggle when finding new employees who can meet their requirements. This is evident
with how international accounting firms have a higher-than-average turnover rate at
the junior level, meaning that they are in a near-endless cycle of hiring new people.
In conclusion, while changing jobs can help workers acquire vital skills and companies
save time and money for training, I would assert that the drawbacks are much more
substantial, as it can impede one’s career and companies can suffer from potentially
high turnover rates.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
A sensitive topic
Một chủ đề nhạy cảm
Continually struggle
Cố gắng liên tục (một cách khó khăn)
Diverse/expansive skill set
Bộ kỹ năng đa dạng
Different knowledge bases
Nền tảng kiến thức khác nhau
Wide-ranging variety of professional skills
Nhiều kỹ năng chuyên ngành
Equal or more experience
Có bằng hoặc nhiều kinh nghiệm hơn
Job hopper
Người hay nhảy việc
Job hopping
Nhảy việc
Counterproductive
Phản tác dụng
Higher than average turnover rate
Tỉ lệ nghỉ việc cao hơn trung bình
A near-endless cycle
Một vòng lặp gần như vô tận
Junior level
Nhân viên mới
To impede sth
Cản trở điều gì đó xảy ra
To hinder sth
Cản trở điều gì đó phát triển
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3. 22/1/2022
Question: In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some
people think that the government has the responsibility to solve this problem. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
The problem of childhood obesity and its consequences for physical health has become
a pressing issue globally, with some arguing that the government is primarily
responsible. While this assertion is reasonable to some extent, I would contend that
the parents should take some responsibility as well as they are the primary
guardians of their children.
It is valid to assert that the government should assume responsibility for tackling the
problem of child obesity. States have the power and resources to enact laws or
policies that can actively promote a healthier lifestyle and therefore curb the obesity
rate among children. Consequently, children can be compelled to comply with these
policies and change their habits to live more healthily and lose weight. To give an
example, the Vietnamese government has recently promulgated a directive that
requires local schools to provide healthy school meals, encourages children to engage
in physical activities and prohibits the advertising and sharing of sugary drinks and
food. This is intended to curb the obesity rate among children in Vietnam, which has
been rising in the past decade.
However, the parents of these children should assume a secondary role in rectifying
this problem as well. Since they are already the primary guardians responsible for
feeding and taking care of their offspring, it is only natural for parents to monitor their
diet and commitment to exercise. If parents shirk these obligations, then their children
are more likely to remain obese and in poor health in the long-term. For example, a
recent survey has reported that the majority of European parents typically encourage
their children to engage in weekly exercise programs to ensure that they will maintain
a healthy weight. They believe in this way, children can physically develop normally
and not be greatly affected by ailments associated with obesity.
In conclusion, while the government should take a leading responsibility in tackling the
problem of child obesity given their legitimate power in enacting laws, I would
ultimately assert that the parents should also share this burden as they are
more directly accountable for their children’s health in terms of their dietary and
exercise habits.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Shoulder the burden
Gánh chịu một gánh nặng
Primary guardians
Người giám hộ chính
To assume responsibility
Nhận trách nhiệm cho một việc gì đó
The power and resources to enact laws or
policies
Quyền lực và tài nguyên để ban hành luật pháp
và chính sách
To promulgate sth
Ban hành một điều gì đó
Sugary drinks and food
Đồ uống và thực phẩm có đường
To rectify sth
Giải quyết, sửa sai một việc gì đó
Shirk an obligation
Trốn tránh trách nhiệm
Perpetually remain obese
Duy trì bệnh béo phì kéo dài
Not be affected by ailments associated with
obesity
Không bị ảnh hưởng bởi các bệnh liên quan tới
béo phì
Legitimate power
Quyền lực hợp pháp
Directly accountable
Có trách nhiệm trực tiếp
Dietary and exercise habits
Thói quen ăn kiêng và tập thể dục
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4. 12/2/2022
Question: More and more people are choosing to eat healthy food and making time
to exercise regularly. Why is this happening and what can we do to encourage this?
ANSWER (8.0+):
The growing popularity of healthy diets and more regular exercise is the result of the
influence of the mass media. This trend can be further encouraged by enacting
legislation to incorporate increased physical activities into schools and by imposing a
tax on processed foods.
The growing awareness of healthy lifestyles can be ascribed to the far-reaching
impact of mass media. It is now common to watch movies and TV shows featuring
celebrities who are fit, implicitly introducing new standards of beauty that are often
attainable. Hence, audiences may try to research and imitate the diet and exercise
regimens of well-known celebrities and become healthier in the process. This can be
observed widely in numerous health magazines such as Men’s Health and Women’s
Health that cater to this desire by publishing the daily fitness routines and meal plans
of stars. Fans can then read these magazines online and adopt the routines to learn the
best practices of successful role models and consistently stay in good shape.
In order for this trend to continue to flourish, definitive steps must be taken by the
government. The first is to introduce legislation that requires more physical activities
to be taught at school. This can include sports such as football, basketball and other
typical exercises such as jogging. By creating additional activities for schoolchildren to
engage in, the fitness level of a nation’s population can be better maintained in the
long-term. The second measure would be for the state to promulgate a tax on the
purchase of processed food products. As consumers may be unwilling to pay more
given the higher price, such a reform would encourage them to buy naturally produced
foods and in turn embrace healthier eating habits.
In conclusion, thanks to mass media, more people are embracing wholesome
lifestyles and this can be further encouraged by mandatory physical education at
school and taxes on processed food. It is crucial that the last solution be affordable in
order to enjoy widespread adoption.
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The growing popularity of sth
Sự phổ biến ngày càng tăng của một cái gì đó
The influence of mass media
Sự ảnh hưởng của phương tiện thông tin đại
chúng
Be further encouraged
Được thúc đẩy thêm
Enact legislation and incorporate more physical
activities into schools
Ban hành luật và kết hợp nhiều hoạt động thể
chất hơn vào trường học
Imposing a tax on sth
Đánh thuế cái gì đó
Far-reaching impact
Tầm ảnh hưởng sâu rộng
New standards of beauty
Quy chuẩn sắc đẹp mới
To imitate sth/sb
Bắt chước ai đó/cái gì đó
Diet and exercise regimens
Chế độ ăn kiêng và tập thể dục
Stay in good shape
Duy trì vóc dáng đẹp
The fitness level of a nation’s population
Mức độ thể chất của dân số một quốc gia
To promulgate a tax
Ban hành một loại thuế
May be inclined to buy naturally produced
foods
Có thể có xu hướng mua thực phẩm sản xuất tự
nhiên
Embracing wholesome lifestyles
Thực hiện lối sống lành mạnh
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5. 17/2/2022
Question: Some people think that people should be given the right to use fresh water
as much as they like. Others believe governments should strictly control the use of
fresh water. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
ANSWER (8.0+):
There are differing opinions in regard to the freedom to use fresh water. Some believe
citizens should have the right to use fresh water freely, while others assert that the
state should regulate the amount of fresh water citizens can use. This essay will discuss
both of these arguments and explain my thoughts on why the government should
manage the use of freshwater.
On the one hand, some see the right to fresh water as a basic human necessity.
According to the UN’s International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights,
the right to water is an essential human right and all signatory nations of
the covenant must ensure that their citizens have unrestricted access to fresh water.
Thus, the governments of those nations are obliged to guarantee that their citizens can
use fresh water in any amount to meet their fundamental needs such as cooking,
cleaning and drinking. If citizens are not afforded adequate access to fresh water, it
would be tantamount to an infringement on human rights and these citizens will
suffer greatly as a result.
On the other hand, others believe fresh water is a scarce resource and should therefore
be controlled by the state. The global supply of fresh water is dwindling with each
passing decade due to numerous factors such as the greater frequency of droughts and
the increasing demand from a growing population. According to the UN’s estimation,
the majority of the world population will reside in water-stressed regions by the end
of the 21st century. Hence, the scarcity of fresh water should be addressed by the
government through the promulgation of policies and regulations intended to prolong
the supply of water in the long-term.
In conclusion, I believe that though people should have access to an adequate amount
of fresh water for their survival, the state should intervene in not letting some people
use too much water as this can lead to others not having enough of it.
(Word count: 325)
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The freedom to use fresh water
Quyền tự do sử dụng nước sạch
A basic human necessity
Một nhu cầu cơ bản của con người
Signatory nations
Các quốc gia tham gia ký kết
Covenant
Khế ước
Unrestricted access to water
Nguồn tiếp cận nước không giới hạn
To guarantee sth
Để đảm bảo điều gì đó
To meet their fundamental needs
Để đáp ứng nhu cầu cơ bản của họ
Afforded adequate access
Cung cấp nguồn cung đủ
Tantamount to sth
Tương dương với cái gì đó
Infringement on human rights
Sự xâm phạm quyền con người
A scarce resource
Nguồn tài nguyên khan hiếm
Dwindling
Suy giảm
Water-stressed regions
Các khu vực thiếu nguồn nước
To prolong the supply of water
Kéo dài nguồn cung nước
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6. 26/2/2022
Question: Some people think that a huge amount of time and money is spent on the
protection of wild animals and that this money could be better spent on the human
population. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It has been observed that a large amount of time and funding has been allocated
towards wildlife protection. However, some argue that this funding could be put to
better use towards helping humanity. In this essay, I will explain my thoughts as to why
I partially agree that time and money could be better spent on helping humanity.
On the one hand, the protection of wild animals can maintain the delicate balance of
the ecosystem. If one animal species becomes completely extinct, other species may
suffer from a lack of food as these preys may be their sole food source and then
consequently become extinct themselves, massively disrupting the food chain. Hence
the protection of wild animals cannot be understated and requires adequate funding
and time for it to continue in the long-term. This can be observed in the US, where the
Conservation Reserve Program assisted in increasing the population of native bird
species such as ducks, grouse and pheasants, owing to the abundant amount of money
and time dedicated by the government to supporting this program.
On the other hand, there are more important sectors to allocate funding to in order to
facilitate human development. While the protection of wild animals may not have a
direct effect on supporting humanity, there are other facets of human society that do,
such as infrastructure, healthcare and education. By devoting enough money and
time to bolstering these sectors, there can be marked improvements in the quality of
life for the human population. Venezuela for instance, is currently facing a financial
crisis that started in 2013 which has led to the country struggling to improve the quality
of life for its citizens. Thus, they have to prioritise meeting their citizens’ basic needs
before devoting funding to protecting native wildlife.
In conclusion, I somewhat believe that though an investment in preserving
animals may somehow maintain the balance of the ecosystem, our time and money
should be more justifiably spent on important sectors of the economy to improve
people’s living standards.
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Wildlife protection
Bảo vệ động vật hoang dã
The delicate balance of the ecosystem
Sự cân bằng mong manh của hệ sinh thái
Sole food source
Nguồn thực phẩm duy nhất
Completely extinct
Hoàn toàn tuyệt chủng
Disrupting the food chain
Làm gián đoạn chuỗi thức ăn
Understated
Không được đánh giá cao
Native bird species
Các loài chim bản địa
To facilitate human development
Để tạo điều kiện cho con người phát triển
Other facets of human society
Các khía cạnh khác của xã hội loài người
To bolster these sectors
Để tăng cường các lĩnh vực này
Marked improvements in the quality of life
Cải thiện rõ rệt về chất lượng cuộc sống
A financial crisis
Khủng hoảng tài chính
An investment in preserving animals
Đầu tư vào bảo tồn động vật
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7. 3/3/2022
Question: Some people think scientific research should focus on solving world health
problems. Others think that there are more important issues. Discuss both views and
give your opinion.
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that scientific research should be devoted to addressing global health
issues, but there are some who contend that there are more pressing problems to
focus on. This essay discusses both sides of this argument and why I partially agree with
the latter opinion.
To begin with, some argue it is important that adequate attention is given to solving
global health issues. Currently, there are many people who are finding it difficult to
afford medicine to be protected from diseases. To address this, scientists could strive
to devise new and more affordable alternatives so that those people can live healthily
in the long-term. This is evident with the Hepatitis B vaccine, as prior to its
invention medication for treating the virus was expensive. However, once the vaccine
was presented as a more affordable option, more people were then administered the
vaccine and the infection rate had decreased by a considerable margin.
However, others argue that there are other issues that are more deserving of
attention from scientific research. One of them is global famine, as there are some
regions in the world that are suffering from crop shortages due to numerous factors
such as poor soil quality and pests. Therefore, scientific research could be devoted to
creating new genetically-modified crops that could withstand harsh conditions.
Another critical issue is global warming, as it could pose a greater threat to all life on
Earth than most plights on global health. Hence, scientific research could be valuable
in finding the causes of it as well as relevant solutions to curb the effects of it.
In conclusion, I agree that while it is important that scientific research should be
dedicated to solving global health problems, there are more critical issues that need to
be addressed such as reducing famine and mitigating global warming.
(Word count: 302)
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More pressing problems
Nhiều vấn đề cấp bách hơn
Adequate attention
Sự quan tâm đầy đủ
To find it difficult for sth
Cảm thấy cái gì đó khó khăn
Protected from diseases
Được bảo vệ khỏi bệnh tật
New and more affordable alternatives
Các lựa chọn thay thế mới và rẻ hơn
Medication
Thuốc thang
To administer a vaccine
Tiêm vắc xin
By a considerable margin
Bằng một khoảng đáng kể
More deserving of attention
Đáng được quan tâm hơn
To suffer from crop shortages
Chịu sự thiếu hụt thu hoạch từ mùa vụ
Withstand harsh conditions
Chịu được các điều kiện khắc nghiệt
Plights on global health
Vấn đề nguy hiểm ảnh hưởng tới sức khỏe toàn
cầu
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8. 12/3/2022
Question: Fewer young people do farming work in rural areas. Why? Should young
people be encouraged to do farming work?
ANSWER (8.0+):
There has been a decline in the number of young people engaging in farming work,
which can be ascribed to the greater allure of factory-based jobs and the changing
perception resulting from the increased provision of education. Because of these
factors, it can be prudent for young people to pursue agricultural work.
Young people becoming more reluctant to work in farming can be explained as follows.
Firstly, the slump in young workers working in the agriculture industry can be
attributed to factory-based jobs being more attractive. In comparison to farming work,
factory jobs usually provide a more lucrative income and the working environment is
often more comfortable as workers get to be in an air-conditioned setting under a roof.
Thus, young workers are more inclined to work in a factory instead of on a farm. In
addition, with the greater provision of mass education to young people, more of them
have begun to perceive farming work to be below their standards. They are typically
more drawn to jobs that are better suited to their elevated educational
background and skill set. Hence, they will likely consider agricultural work to not meet
those standards.
Due to the factors outlined above, young people should be encouraged to work in
agriculture. Firstly, farming jobs require a great deal of manpower to keep up with the
currently growing demand for food. A dearth in personnel can hinder productivity in
the agricultural industry and by extension the national food supply can be deleteriously
halted, which may lead to a domestic food crisis. Furthermore, farming work can be
a vocational pathway for young people. It provides them with practical skills such as
using heavy machinery and planting crops, as well as soft skills such as task
management, organizational and communication skills. That way, young people can
learn to be more resourceful and responsible in a professional setting.
In conclusion, the greater benefits provided by factory jobs and changing perception of
farm work are the leading causes of the decline in young people working in agriculture.
Therefore, they should be encouraged to work in that sector as it needs extensive
manpower and it can be a fruitful professional path for them to take.
(Word count: 365)
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Greater allure of factory-based jobs
Sức hấp dẫn lớn hơn của các công việc làm tại
nhà máy
Increased provision of education
Tăng cường cung cấp giáo dục
Changing perception
Thay đổi nhận thức
Prudent
Khôn ngoan
The slump in young workers
Sự sụt giảm của lao động trẻ
A more lucrative income
Một thu nhập hấp dẫn hơn
Below one’s standards
Dưới tiêu chuẩn của một người
Elevated educational background
Nền tảng giáo dục nâng cao
Manpower
Nhân lực
A dearth in sth
Một sự khan hiếm của cái gì đó
Deleteriously halted
Đã tạm dừng một cách độc hại
Domestic food crisis
Khủng hoảng lương thực trong nước
Vocational pathway
Con đường học nghề
Fruitful professional path
Con đường chuyên nghiệp thành công
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9. 19/3/2022
Question: Some people believe that schools should teach foreign languages for
primary school children. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that primary school students should learn foreign languages as part of the
curriculum. This essay will explore the advantages and disadvantages of doing this and
why the merits prevail over the drawbacks.
To begin with, there is a considerable disadvantage to teaching foreign languages to
primary school students. The main one is it adds to their already burdensome
volume of schoolwork. Since these primary school students are often subjected to a
hectic curriculum with mounting homework and in-class assignments, the addition of
a foreign language may make it even more difficult for students to study effectively. For
example, the Japanese Ministry of Education recently attempted to incorporate English
into the national curriculum for elementary students. However, it was met with
backlash from parents as they complained that their children are already
encumbered with a heavy workload from other core subjects.
However, there are some major advantages a primary school student can gain in
learning foreign languages. First, they can be exposed to new and diverse cultures. As
language is a defining characteristic of a nation’s culture, students can subsequently
acquire a greater understanding of how people of that nation typically communicate
with each other and by extension how their society functions culturally. Second,
learning a foreign language can assist in developing primary students’ cognitive
abilities. In doing this, they will learn how to recognize complex patterns and
use critical thinking skills to make sense of the new knowledge they are acquiring.
Hence, such skills are beneficial for a child’s education as they serve to expand the
thinking abilities of the brain.
In conclusion, while learning a language can add to the already cumbersome amount
of schoolwork, I assert that it is more advantageous for primary schools to teach their
students foreign languages as they can serve to expand their knowledge about new
foreign cultures and they help sharpen their cognitive skills.
(Word count: 314)
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Burdensome volume
Khối lượng nặng nề
A hectic curriculum
Một chương trình giảng dạy bận rộn
National curriculum
Chương trình giảng dạy quốc gia
To be met with backlash
Gặp phải phản ứng dữ dội
Already encumbered
Đã bị cản trở sẵn
New and diverse cultures
Nền văn hóa mới và đa dạng
A defining characteristic of sth
Một đặc điểm đặc biệt của một thứ gì đó
Developing primary students’ cognitive abilities
Phát triển năng lực nhận thức của học sinh tiểu
học
Complex patterns
Các mẫu phức tạp
Critical thinking skills
Kỹ năng tư duy phản biện
Cumbersome
Cồng kềnh
Cognitive skills
Kỹ năng nhận thức
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10. 26/3/2022
Question: Today people live away from their friends and family to find a job in other
cities. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is observed that nowadays people are living away from their friends and family to
search for employment. This essay will explore the merits and demerits of this tendency
and explain why the merits are greater.
To begin with, there are a few drawbacks to living away from loved ones to find work.
Firstly, people can be vulnerable to various mental health issues. This is because they
can miss being in the company of friends and family and sharing with them their
developments and problems in life, as well as being comforted by them when life
becomes tough. Therefore, these people can experience feelings of anxiety and
depression, which may disrupt their motivation to find work. Secondly, it may be
difficult for people to get immediate help when they are away from home. For
instance, if they have a medical emergency, their next of kin or close friends may not
be there to help them. Hence, they will have to rely on outside assistance such as
medical services or close neighbours, which can be inconvenient and expensive.
However, the benefits of this practice are greater than the drawbacks. Firstly, isolating
oneself from others in search of a job can allow them to endeavour to live more
independently. By finding a place of their own and conducting their own research to
find a job, they can learn what it means to struggle to earn their own living and maintain
their own lifestyle. In the process, they are more likely to grow into self-reliant people.
Secondly, individuals are less likely to be influenced by their friends and family. Since
different people may have varying ideas about what kind of employment one should
pursue, workers may be held back by others’ many suggestions. By living away from
friends and family, they will be able to more freely forge their own career path.
In conclusion, while people can be more susceptible to mental health problems and
have a lack of immediate assistance, it is more advantageous for people to live away
from friends and family in looking for work, as they can become more independent in
their lifestyle and be free to pursue whatever job they desire.
(Word count: 363)
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To be vulnerable to sth
Dễ bị tổn thương bởi một điều gì đó
Mental health issues
Các vấn đề sức khỏe tâm thần
In the company of friends and family
Gần với bạn bè và gia đình
To be comforted by sth/sb
Được an ủi bởi ai đó/cái gì đó
Get immediate help
Nhận trợ giúp ngay lập tức
Medical emergency
Cấp cứu y tế
Next of kin
Họ hàng gần nhất
Outside assistance
Hỗ trợ bên ngoài
To endeavour to do sth
Cố gắng làm một việc gì đó
Conducting their own research
Thực hiện những nghiên cứu của riêng họ
Grow into self-reliant people
Trở thành những người tự lập
Varying ideas about what kind of employment
Nhiều ý tưởng khác nhau về nghề nghiệp
To be held back by sth
Bị cản trở bởi điều gì đó
More susceptible to sth
Dễ bị ảnh hưởng hơn bởi một cái gì đó
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11. 2/4/2022
Question: In the future, there will be a higher proportion of older people than young
people in many countries. Is it a positive or negative development?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is observed that the ratio of older to younger people will grow in the coming
decades across most nations. This essay will explain why this is ultimately a negative
development for society in the long term.
Firstly, having a greater proportion of elderly people can put a strain on the state
budget. The government may have to increase its expenditure on the healthcare
system since senior citizens are more prone to serious and often costly ailments such
as heart disease and strokes than younger people. However, since there are other
important sectors that the government has to allocate funding to such as
infrastructure, education and defense, spending more to support the elderly may
eventually leave little financial resources for those mentioned fields. This
could adversely impact the meaningful progress being made in said fields and by
extension detrimentally affect the socioeconomic development of a country.
Secondly, the growth in the number of elderly people will damage the national
workforce. Since they are not as physically or mentally strong as younger people, most
old people can no longer work to contribute to securing their country’s economic
growth. Consequently, with an inadequate number of younger people to replace the
aging population in terms of employment, a shrinking workforce can impede economic
growth which in turn can halt meaningful strides towards better standards of living.
This is evident in the case of blue-collar jobs, as workers who are much older cannot
work as effectively as younger ones since they lack the strength to tackle hard labor.
Hence, they are more likely to be laid off which will practically diminish the national
workforce in this area.
In conclusion, the expanding number of older people in comparison to younger people
is decidedly a negative development since it will place a massive burden on the state
budget and reduce the productivity of the labor force.
(Word count: 310)
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Ratio
Tỉ lệ
In the coming decades
Trong các thập kỉ tới
To put a strain on sth
Gây lên căng thẳng cho cái gì đó
Serious and often costly ailments
Bệnh tật nghiêm trọng và gây tốn kém
Financial resources
Nguồn tài chính
Adversely impact
Tác động tiêu cực
National workforce
Lực lượng lao động quốc gia
Securing their country’s economic growth
Đảm bảo tăng trưởng kinh tế của đất nước
Impede economic growth
Cản trở tăng trưởng kinh tế
Meaningful strides
Những bước tiến có ý nghĩa
Blue-collar jobs
Việc làm lao động chân tay
Tackle hard labor
Lao động khổ sai
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12. 09/04/2022
Question: Although there is a lot of translation software available, learning a
language could still be advantageous. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is beneficial for people to learn a language rather than rely heavily on translation
programs. I totally agree with this notion as it engenders a deeper understanding of
cultures and enhances conversations.
The first reason why people should learn a language is that they will gain a more
profound insight into foreign cultures. As they acquire a language, they can truly
understand local customs and traditions by reading original literary works or watching
documentaries. For example, a Vietnamese student who is proficient in Hindi, one of
the official languages in India, would know that head shaking in India does not mean
no and the gesture for yes looks like a no in other cultures. As a result, mutual
misunderstandings and cultural shock are more likely to be avoided, allowing them
to better adapt to a new environment.
The second reason for my agreement is that language acquisition enables people to
have more effective communication. They can feel more confident when entering a
conversation in a foreign language, facilitating their understanding of how a sentence
is structured or how a new word is applied in the right context. To illustrate, a tourist
proficient in French tends to more actively interact with local people during his vacation
in France, forging a stronger bond among them. As a result, this will bring an
enlivening and memorable traveling experience. These benefits cannot be provided
by using translation software as it will be a cold personal interaction.
In conclusion, I strongly believe language translation platforms cannot replace the need
to learn a new language as it fosters a process of cultural exchange and improves
speakers’ communication in certain situations. Therefore, people should consider
learning a language and not just rely on translation software. (Word count: 289)
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Gain a more profound insight into
Có được cái nhìn sâu sắc hơn về
Acquire a language
Tiếp thu, học một ngôn ngữ
Be proficient in
Thành thạo trong…
Mutual misunderstandings and cultural shock
Sự hiểu lầm lẫn nhau và sốc văn hóa
Better adapt to a new environment
Thích nghi tốt hơn với môi trường mới
Language acquisition
Sự tiếp thu ngôn ngữ
Forge a stronger bond
Gây dựng một liên kết bền chặt hơn
Form deeper relationships
Hình thành các mối quan hệ sâu sắc hơn
Facilitate their understanding of
Tăng cường hiểu biết về…
An enlivening and memorable traveling
experience
Một trải nghiệm du lịch vui vẻ và đáng nhớ
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13. 16/4/2022
Question: The expansion of multinational companies and increase in globalization
produce positive effects for everyone. To what extent do you agree or disagree with
this statement.
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that the proliferation of global corporations and internationalization offers
benefits to all people. I strongly agree with the aforementioned statement because of
reasons relating to a higher level of employment and enhanced cross-cultural
communication skills.
One legitimate reason to support this trend is that it brings more job opportunities for
local people. Since international firms, which open their branches in different countries,
require a high level of workforce, they will need to recruit more local employees to
operate the business. As a result, the natives are offered a decent occupation with
lucrative incomes to cover their living expenses and in some cases, spend more
generously on their shopping. For example, Samsung, a renowned Korean technology
corporation, has created a large number of jobs for Vietnamese since 2018, through
cooperating with the local government to successfully tackle the high unemployment
rate in Vietnam.
Another major aspect is that people have a chance to develop multi-cultural
communication skills as globalization is promoted. On a personal level, it is now easy
for workers to learn about foreign cultures and customs, enabling them to acquire more
knowledge and insight into varying international practices. As they are exposed to
cross-cultural diversity in their working environment and society, they would become
more able to show their empathy and tolerate cultural differences. At the company
level, globalization leads to a more diverse range of potential business partners and
diversifies their investment portfolios, which contributes to their profit generation.
Therefore, having global partnerships is essential for businesses to compete in the
growing international market.
In conclusion, I firmly believe that this trend is a positive development for every
individual since it offers more jobs in local areas and stimulates better cross-cultural
communication. Therefore, the government should encourage the process of
globalization and multinational companies setting up in their countries.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Global corporations and internationalization
Các tập đoàn toàn cầu và quốc tế hóa
Bring more job opportunities
Mang lại nhiều cơ hội việc làm hơn
Cross-cultural communication skills
Những kỹ năng giao tiếp đa văn hóa
Be offered a decent occupation with lucrative
incomes
Được mời một công việc tốt với thu nhập cao
Cross-cultural diversity
Sự đa dạng văn hóa
Tackle the high unemployment rate
Giải quyết tỷ lệ thất nghiệp cao
Develop multi-cultural communication skills
Phát triển kỹ năng giao tiếp đa văn hóa
Show their empathy
Thể hiện sự đồng cảm của họ
Tolerate cultural differences
Chấp nhận những sự khác biệt văn hóa
Diversify investment portfolios
Đa dạng hóa danh mục đầu tư
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14. 23/4/2022
Question: Young people learn good behavior more from movies and books than reallife experiences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that films and books are a better approach for the young to shape their
behaviors than learning them on their own. I completely disagree with this idea since
movies and books often focus on extreme characters and learning through hands-on
experiences is more impactful.
To begin with, films and books are not a superior way for young people to learn good
behaviors as there are many negative role models in most of them. To be more specific,
characters in such forms are usually idealized or exaggerated to appeal to audiences;
therefore, they often possess a set of behaviors that are regarded as immoral and
violent in reality. For example, the image of the Joker in the movie with the same name
is cruel and aggressive but admired by numerous young people in the world since he is
considered to be a hero in some ways. As a result, many tend to imitate his actions in
real life without realizing that these are wrong and have dire consequences.
Another reason why I disagree is that people have a stronger emotional reaction to real
experiences which means they learn more from them. First, they can remember what
they gained more vividly. In fact, if they behave badly and are criticized by others, they
could realize that their actions are totally wrong and annoy others to a significant
extent; thus, they are more likely to avoid making the same mistakes in the future. It is
also scientifically proven that knowledge is stored for a longer period of time if people
experience it on their own due to a combination of senses. Furthermore, first-hand
experiences enable young people to decide which behaviors suit them the most. This
is because they will be learning behavior in areas that they need whereas books and
movies might be showing behavior in contexts that are not relevant to them.
In conclusion, I completely disagree with the idea that movies and books instill good
behaviors in young people since characters are often presented with violent behaviors,
and learning through experience is more effective to control behavior and attitudes
as they can be better stored and are more suitable for each individual. Therefore,
parents should try to optimize the experiences that their children have so that they
can develop into moral citizens.
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ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Shape behaviors
Định hình hành vi
Hands-on experiences
Những trải nghiệm thực tế
Idealized or exaggerated
Lý tưởng hóa hoặc phóng đại
Possess a set of behaviors
Sở hữu một tập hợp các hành vi
Have dire consequences
Có hậu quả nghiêm trọng
A combination of senses
Sự kết hợp của các giác quan
First-hand experiences
Những trải nghiệm đầu tiên, trực tiếp trải nghiệm
Learning through experience
Học hỏi thông qua trải nghiệm
Control behavior and attitudes
Kiểm soát hành vi và thái độ
Optimize the experiences
Tối ưu hóa trải nghiệm
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15. 30/04/2022
Question: Some people think that young people should be required to do unpaid work
helping people in the community. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that it should be mandatory for the young to engage in voluntary work to
support those who are in need. While this practice may cause several problems
relating to wasting valuable time and the exploitation of the young, the overall impact
is tremendously positive.
The disadvantages of requiring young people to take part in unpaid jobs are in plain
sight. The main reason is that these activities consume a great amount of time.
Undoubtedly, they have to set aside their free time to learn about the procedures,
regulations, and essential skills so that they can be qualified enough to provide aid to
other people in their community. If it is obligatory for those whose schedule is hectic
for them to join in voluntary activities, they would likely lack sufficient time for rest and
relaxation; leading to some mental issues such as stress and depression. Second, young
people can be taken advantage of by participating in voluntary activities. In fact,
numerous for-profit organizations may exploit them to cater to their own benefits. For
example, Thanh Cong which is a Vietnamese food company used to ask young
participants to distribute flyers to raise public health awareness, but they actually
contained advertising messages for their products with an aim to promote their sales
instead.
Despite the negatives mentioned above, the benefits of encouraging young people to
help their fellow citizens are more significant. Chief of these is that it can enhance their
moral development. This is because helping others enables young people to
understand the predicaments of people in need such as the disabled and the poor and
acknowledge their struggle to overcome difficulties, thus potentially becoming more
empathetic citizens. Furthermore, this tendency is beneficial for the future careers of
young people. To be more specific, recruiters nowadays appreciate candidates who
take part in voluntary activities and contribute to their community since they are
considered to have acquired hands-on experience as well as have a spirit of dedication
and responsibility. Consequently, they can gain better job opportunities as their
resumes are filled with such work.
In conclusion, while there are some drawbacks to forcing young people to partake in
charity work such as wasting precious time and being taken advantage of, these are
surpassed by the positives including better morality and increased chances of
employment. This is provided that schools and workplaces reduce the workload for
young people so that they have enough time to join unpaid work to gain its benefits.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Mandatory
(a) bắt buộc
In plain sight
Rõ ràng
Set aside their free time
Dành thời gian rảnh của họ
Be taken advantage of
Bị lợi dụng
Cater to one’s own benefits
Phục vụ cho lợi ích của chính ai
Fellow citizens
Đồng bào
Enhance their moral development
Nâng cao sự phát triển đạo đức của họ
Predicaments
Tình trạng khó khăn
Empathetic citizens
Người biết đồng cảm
Have a spirit of dedication and responsibility
Có tinh thần cống hiến và trách nhiệm
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16. 07/05/2022
Question: Any country should be able to sell goods to other countries without the
restrictions of the government. Do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that all nations should have a right to export any products to different parts
of the world without governmental interference. I totally disagree with this notion due
to the potential dissemination of diseases and the negative influence on the
development of local products.
The first and foremost disadvantage of enabling countries to distribute their products
globally with no governmental control is the spread of diseases. More specifically, as a
variety of goods are imported into a certain country, numerous dangerous fungi or
contagious viruses can be transferred along. If the importing of these commodities does
not undergo a thorough inspection by the authorities and receive their approvals, such
harmful microorganisms may be transmitted domestically, posing a threat to human
health. A case in point is the plague in England in AD 541. Due to the transporting of
some animals such as rabbits from overseas, a bacterium causing this disease was
delivered into this country, leading to thousands of deaths.
Secondly, I note that this practice will adversely impact the prosperity of local
businesses. This is because they have to face fierce competition in the national market
as a wide range of products originating from different nations offers local consumers
an abundance of choices. In other words, people may show little preference for
locally–made products since they can buy those made internationally with a greater
range of designs and cheaper prices. If local enterprises do not make any timely
changes to meet consumers’ demand, they would likely yield little profits or even
collapse. Therefore, governmental supervision should be tightened to ensure that
certain products are not sold to cater to the benefits of local firms.
In conclusion, I firmly believe that this proposal is a negative development owing to the
possible global spread of infections and the potential risk to the success of local
businesses. Therefore, it is advisable that the government impose strict control on the
export and import of global commodities.
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ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
The potential dissemination of diseases
Khả năng lây lan bệnh dịch
Undergo a thorough inspection
Trải qua một cuộc kiểm tra kỹ lưỡng
Receive one’s approvals
Nhận được sự chấp thuận của ai
Be transmitted domestically
Được truyền trong nước
The prosperity of local businesses
Sự thịnh vượng của các doanh nghiệp địa
phương
Face fierce competition
Đối mặt với sự cạnh tranh khốc liệt
Show little preference for
Ít ưa thích
Make timely changes
Thực hiện những thay đổi kịp thời
Yield little profits
Mang lại ít lợi nhuận
The possible global spread of infections
Khả năng lây lan toàn cầu của các bệnh lây nhiễm
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17. 12/05/2022
Question: As major cities in the world are growing today, so do their problems. What
are the problems for young people living in the cities as the result of continued
growth? What are the solutions to these problems?
ANSWER (8.0+):
There are more metropolitan areas in the world. This tendency leads to serious issues
for young dwellers in such areas relating to lower living standards and the higher
unemployment rate. However, these problems can be solved by providing financial aid
and job opportunities.
There are two main obstacles for young people resulting from the proliferation of
urban areas. The main one is that they may suffer from a decreasing quality of living.
More specifically, due to high living expenses in big cities, the youths cannot afford
medical fees as well as a house to live in. Therefore, they would likely reside in small
houses with poor living conditions or not receive proper medical treatment, thus
leading to their low life satisfaction. Additionally, a higher youth unemployment rate is
attributed to the growth of large cities. This is because the youths have to face intense
competitiveness in the job market as such areas often attract numerous young people
to come and seek employment. Consequently, many of them who are not experienced
easily become jobless.
However, these aforementioned problems can be tackled by two measures. First and
foremost, the government should financially support young people who fall below the
poverty line in big cities. To be more specific, they should be given monetary assistance
to cover their living costs for a certain period of time until their lives stabilize. As a
result, they can be encouraged to overcome difficulties while building their career.
Second, more chances for employment should be promoted in rural areas. This can be
implemented if the state allocates more funding for the construction of new
companies or factories in the countryside to create many jobs for local inhabitants,
discouraging them to move to bigger cities. Thus, the job competition in urban areas
would decrease.
In conclusion, although the increase in big cities poses a threat to young people’s
quality of life and job prospects, the provision of financial support and chances to work
in rural areas are potential solutions to these issues. It is advisable that the government
should take care of the young in urban areas by implementing effective policies.
(Word count: 352)
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ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Metropolitan areas
Khu vực đô thị
Young dwellers
Cư dân trẻ
The proliferation of urban areas
Sự gia tăng các khu vực đô thị
Reside in small houses
Cư trú trong những ngôi nhà nhỏ
Receive proper medical treatment
Nhận được sự điều trị y tế thích hợp
Face intense competitiveness
Đối mặt với khả năng cạnh tranh gay gắt
Fall below the poverty line
Rất nghèo khổ
Build their career
Xây dựng sự nghiệp của họ
Allocate more funding for…
Phân bổ nhiều tài trợ hơn cho…
The provision of financial support
Sự cung cấp hỗ trợ tài chính
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18. 21/05/2022
Question: To succeed in business, one needs to know math. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
Many people regard math skills as a key factor to achieve success in business. I
somewhat agree with this notion because it enhances the decision-making process;
however, personal traits are more important factors that contribute to a business’s
success.
On the one hand, math is essential to the growth of the business since it enables
people to make better decisions. To be more specific, one application of business
mathematics is to provide statistics that can predict future scenarios. These
predictions might lay a firm foundation for more informed and evidence-based
decisions, replacing those based on managers’ personal instincts. For example,
Unilever has utilized a statistical model that can forecast the supply and demand of
fast-moving consumer goods, allowing the company leaders to plan production and
sales of each product category promptly.
On the other hand, individual characteristics make a greater contribution to a
businessman’s success. More specifically, many entrepreneurs have built billion-dollar
enterprises due to their ability to inspire and willingness to take risks. A good example
in this case is Nguyen Thanh Duc, the chairman of NTD Group. He was known to be a
disruptive student that failed almost all school subjects including math, yet he rose to
become an inspirational leader who could motivate his employees to strive to gain
collective success for the corporation. In addition, his success is attributed to the
courage to take the risks that rational calculations, such as those that guide Unilever,
would rule out. As these leadership qualities concurred with making a fortune, his
startup has evolved into a multinational business empire, becoming a market leader
in many industries including real estate, fishery and forestry.
In conclusion, although statistical math could help business leaders make better
decisions, I am of the opinion that risk-taking and inspirational personality traits are
more crucial to driving an enterprise to success. That is why business schools should
focus more on enhancing interpersonal skills including leadership and communication.
(Word count: 321)
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ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Enhance the decision-making process
Nâng cao quá trình ra quyết định
Predict future scenarios
Dự đoán các kịch bản trong tương lai
Lay a firm foundation
Đặt nền móng vững chắc
Informed and evidence-based decisions
Các quyết định dựa trên thông tin và bằng chứng
xác thực
A statistical model
Một mô hình thống kê
Fast-moving consumer goods
Nhóm hàng tiêu dùng nhanh
Willingness to take risks
Sẵn sàng chấp nhận rủi ro
Disruptive student
Học sinh quậy phá
Rational calculations
Tính toán hợp lý
Multinational business empire
Đế chế kinh doanh đa quốc gia
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19. 28/05/2022
Question: Some human activities have negative effects on plant and animal species.
Some people think it is too late to do anything about this problem while others think
effective measures can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both views and give
your opinion.
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is true that a great number of flora and fauna species are adversely affected by
human activities. Although some believe that it is pointless to tackle this issue as no
solution will ever be effective, I argue that people can still implement viable solutions
to ameliorate it.
On the one hand, the notion that there is nothing for humans to do to lessen their
detrimental impact on the existence of plants and animals is sound to some extent.
The main reason is that some species have become extinct even before human
intervention. This is evident with how the dinosaurs were killed off by an asteroid that
struck the Earth 65 million years ago, long before human beings became their own
species. As well as this, plenty of endangered creatures are predicted to vanish despite
the measures taken by human beings. This is because many food chains are
detrimentally affected by the disappearance of certain vegetation and animals in the
ecosystem, leading to a shortage of food and then the unstoppable death of other
organisms.
On the other hand, opponents believe that human beings can adopt measures to
ameliorate environmental issues. First and foremost, the governments can enact laws
to ban illegal acts that pose a threat to natural habitats. For example, the Vietnamese
government introduced laws on industrial waste management in 2001, which deterred
factories from discharging waste into rivers and oceans without proper treatment
processes, and thus successfully improved the water quality in industrial areas to
protect a significant number of aquatic creatures. Furthermore, individuals can
compensate for their environmental damage. To be more specific, they can construct
reserves for hunted animals or plant trees to restore deforested areas to protect the
numbers of animals dying out and recover the ecosystem. As a result, numerous species
can be saved in time and avoid becoming extinct.
In conclusion, although both sides have some ground reasons, I personally think that
human beings should be responsible for the protection of wildlife by abiding by
environmental regulations and rehabilitating nature. To that end, it would be ideal if
international bodies such as the UN would encourage all people to play their part in
preserving the existence of animals and plants.
(Word count: 368)
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Flora and fauna species
Các loài thực vật và động vật
Lessen their detrimental impact
Giảm bớt tác động bất lợi của họ
Endangered creatures
Sinh vật có nguy cơ tuyệt chủng
A shortage of food
Sự thiếu lương thực
Unstoppable death
Cái chết không thể ngăn cản
Ameliorate environmental issues
Cải thiện các vấn đề môi trường
Pose a threat to natural habitats
Đe dọa môi trường sống tự nhiên
Laws on industrial waste management
Luật quản lý chất thải công nghiệp
Aquatic creatures
Sinh vật dưới nước
Compensate for environmental damage
Bồi thường thiệt hại cho môi trường
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20. 04/06/2022
Question: Environmental damage is a problem in most countries. What factors
damage the environment and who should take responsibility?
ANSWER (8.0+):
One of the most severe issues that the majortiy of nations face is ecological
degradation. It is attributed to two key circumstances relating to human activities
including industrialization and deforestation for intensive land use; therefore, both
manufacturing companies and individuals have to be accountable for environmental
conservation.
There are two principal factors that inflict environmental degradation. The main one
is the industrial waste discharged from manufacturing. More specifically, chemical
effluents, which are by-products of industries, are discharged into bodies of water
without having undergone proper treatment methods, causing water pollution and
subsequently harm to aquatic life. Another influence is deforestation for other land
uses such as agriculture and infrastructure. Fauna and floral species are cleared to make
room for cropland and accommodation to cater to the increasing food and housing
needs triggered by the rising population. As a result, there is a massive loss of
vegetative cover and trees, leading to ecological imbalance.
Therefore, both industrial firms and individuals should be accountable for preserving
the environment for the damage they caused to it, but only governments can solve it
effectively. First and foremost, they can impose stricter legislation to deter factories
from releasing chemical waste into the environment. For example, the Vietnamese
government enacted a decree on industrial waste control under the Environmental
Protection Law 2020, successfully reducing the amount of toxic waste from industrial
plants and significantly ameliorating the water quality of rivers. Furthermore, laws
against deforestation can be introduced by states to avoid detrimental impacts on the
natural habitats of animals and plants. To be more specific, it should be made
compulsory for residents to farm and erect their houses in certain areas which are far
removed from wildlife. This can be implemented by introducing punishments such as
the enforcement of land recovery and monetary fines for those who break the laws.
In conclusion, environmental deterioration is ascribed to industrial processes and
deforestation; thus, industrial companies and individuals should be responsible for
environmental damage. However, viable measures must be taken by governments such
as the enactment of legislation for industrial safety and land use to tackle it successfully.
It is advisable that the governments of different nations should make a collective effort
to tackle ecological harm more effectively.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Inflict environmental degradation
Gây suy thoái môi trường
Chemical effluents
Nước thải hóa học
By-products of industries
Sản phẩm phụ của các ngành công nghiệp
Food and housing needs
Nhu cầu thức ăn và nhà ở
A massive loss of vegetative cover and trees
Sự mất đi nhiều lớp phủ thực vật và cây cối
Impose stricter legislation
Thực hiện luật pháp nghiêm ngặt hơn
Industrial plants
Nhà máy công nghiệp
Ameliorate the water quality
Cải thiện chất lượng nước
The enforcement of land recovery
Việc cưỡng chế thu hồi đất
Environmental deterioration
Sự suy thoái môi trường
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21. 11/06/2022
Question: Pop stars earn much more than classical music performers. Some people
think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and
give your own opinion.
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is true that artists who perform pop music can earn significantly more money than
those performing classical music. While some argue that it is fair for them to earn a
fortune; others contend that this is unjustified. This essay will analyze both viewpoints
and the reasons why I advocate for the former.
On the one hand, this tendency is believed to be unjust for two reasons. The first is the
hard work of classical music performers. In other words, they have to undergo years of
intensive training to be proficient in playing classic instruments and performing live on
stage, thus they deserve to be paid higher or at the very least on equal footing to
contemporary mainstream singers. Moreover, it can propagate a false notion that pop
music artists are more talented. More specifically, they would likely be considered to
possess superior musical skills and knowledge than those who perform classical music
even though they both should be valued due to their certain contributions to a
country’s musical industry.
On the other hand, opponents consider it is legitimate for pop stars to earn more
money than professionals focusing on the classical genre. Their main justification is they
have a short-lived career. Compared to classical music artists who can pursue a long
career path as their skills and experience are more appreciated than their attractive
appearance, pop stars can only remain at the peak of their career for a certain period
of time and easily be replaced by newcomers. Furthermore, it is justifiable for them to
earn a lot of money as they have to spend significantly on marketing to keep their name
known by the public. For example, Son Tung MTP, a Vietnamese pop star, expended a
fortune on clothes and marketing to build up and retain the image of being trendy and
stylish to attract his audiences; therefore, he should be given a high income to afford
such expenditure.
In conclusion, although both sides have their own merits, I believe that pop artists well
deserve a higher income than classical music performers considering their short-lived
careers and the expenses they bear. It is predicted that more people will exert
themselves to become pop stars in the future to enjoy a luxurious and wealthy lifestyle.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Earn a fortune
Kiếm được rất nhiều tiền
Undergo years of intensive training
Trải qua nhiều năm đào tạo chuyên sâu
On equal footing to
Ngang hàng với
Contemporary mainstream singers
Ca sĩ nhạc đương đại
Propagate a false notion
Tuyên truyền một quan niệm sai lầm
Have a short-lived career
Có một sự nghiệp ngắn ngủi
Remain at the peak of their career
Ở đỉnh cao sự nghiệp của họ
Replaced by newcomers
Được thay thế bởi những những người mới
Keep their name known by the public
Giữ cho tên của họ được biết đến bởi công chúng
Build up and retain the image
Xây dựng và giữ vững hình ảnh
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22. 18/06/2022
Question: Young people are committing more crimes. Discuss the causes and solutions
for this problem.
ANSWER (8.0+):
It has been observed that juvenile delinquency is on the rise. Some of the leading
causes behind this issue are the lack of attention from parents and their impoverished
living conditions. However, there are some actions that can be implemented to tackle
this development, such as incorporating lessons in ethics in schools and allocating
more funding towards essential services such as education and social security.
To begin with, there are a few reasons why more of the youth are committing illegal
acts. One of them is that parents may fail to fulfill their moral duty to take care of their
offspring and guide them on what is right or wrong because they may either be too
busy with their work or lack the skills or knowledge due to generational neglect. Thus,
these children may be forced into surviving on their own by any means necessary, even
if it means breaking the law. Furthermore, some of these youth may also live in
destitution and therefore cannot afford to live a normal childhood. As such, they may
also be forced to earn a living by illegitimate means.
Fortunately, some actions can be taken to resolve this issue. Firstly, the government
can pass measures to incorporate ethics into the national school curriculum. There can
be some lessons every week that teach children how to behave responsibly in society.
That way, children can learn from a young age what the consequences are for
committing crime and thus be deterred from doing it. In addition, the state should also
devote more funding to bolster crucial services namely education and social security.
As these services are key to a functioning society and as people become better
educated and more financially secure, there would be less of an incentive for them to
commit crimes.
In conclusion, the lack of parental guidance and poverty are the leading factors behind
the rise in juvenile crime. However, it can be addressed by teaching children ethics
lessons and providing more financial resources to education and the social safety net.
(Word count: 338)
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Juvenile delinquency
Sự phạm pháp vị thành niên
Impoverished living conditions
Điều kiện sống nghèo khổ
Incorporating lessons in ethics in schools
Lồng ghép các bài học về đạo đức ở trường học
Committing illegal acts
Thực hiện các hành vi bất hợp pháp
Fulfill their moral duty
Hoàn thành nghĩa vụ đạo đức của họ
Generational neglect
Sự bỏ bê thế hệ
Live in destitution
Sống trong cảnh thiếu thốn
Earn a living by illegitimate means
Kiếm sống bằng các cách bất hợp pháp
Bolster crucial services
Tăng cường các dịch vụ quan trọng
Financially secure
Ổn định về tài chính
The lack of parental guidance
Sự thiếu hướng dẫn của cha mẹ
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23. 25/06/2022
Question: Some people believe that the government should not spend money on
international aid when they have their own disadvantaged people like the homeless
and unemployed. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that the state budget should not be allocated towards international support
since underprivileged people such as the homeless and unemployed in the country
need to be financially aided. I totally disagree with this notion as foreign aid enhances
solidarity among nations and symbolizes human decency.
To begin with, I consider the government should provide overseas fiscal aid since it
strengthens the unity of different nations around the globe. More specifically, a country
which receives monetary assistance from others in times of difficulty would likely
recognize this goodwill gesture and reciprocate their favour, fostering cross-border
friendship. For instance, due to the financial support of the Russian government for
Vietnam in the Vietnam War, these two nations have intensified their friendly relations.
As a result, they have become strategic partners in terms of the global economy,
leading to favourable trade concessions from which the donating country would
financially benefit in another way.
Furthermore, financial support across the globe should be encouraged since it
promotes humanity. To be more specific, politicians in wealthy countries can display
their nation’s care and empathy for people in less economically developed ones by
offering them financial support, enabling them to sustain their lives and solve urgent
problems. To illustrate, during the Covid 19 pandemic, the US government financially
supported Vietnam in the form of providing free Moderna vaccines for Vietnamese
citizens as they faced a great health threat, saving thousands of people and being
praised for their benevolence. Therefore, sharing and empathising could be highly
valued, promoting a world rich in kindness.
In conclusion, I firmly maintain that foreign aid can intensify the bonds among nations
and engender human empathy. It is advisable that the state should develop the nation
to be able to financially offer support globally.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Underprivileged people
Những người bị thiệt thòi, nghèo
Symbolize human decency
Tượng trưng cho sự tử tế của con người
Provide overseas fiscal aid
Cung cấp viện trợ tài chính ở nước ngoài
Recognize this goodwill gesture
Nhận ra cử chỉ thiện chí này
Reciprocate their favour
Đáp lại ơn, trả ơn
Fostering cross-border friendship
Bồi đắp tình hữu nghị xuyên biên giới
Strategic partners
Đối tác chiến lược
Favourable trade concessions
Nhượng bộ thương mại thuận lợi
Promote humanity
Thúc đẩy tính nhân đạo
Sustain their lives
Duy trì cuộc sống của họ
Benevolence
Lòng nhân từ
A world rich in kindness
Một thế giới giàu lòng nhân ái
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24. 13/07/2022
Question: Large companies use sporting events to promote their products. Some
people think this has a negative impact. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
The discourse regarding the impact of product advertising in sporting events has
generated controversy in recent years. Some argue that corporations exert a positive
influence on sports since they promote products that can encourage a more active
lifestyle. In my estimation, I equally agree and disagree with this sentiment since
corporations can also promote products that enable a sedentary lifestyle.
To begin with, corporations can use these events to promote products that will
encourage active lifestyles. To cite an example, during the 2014 World Cup, Adidas
released the official tournament ball named ‘Brazuca’ and heavily promoted it on their
social media accounts including Twitter and Instagram. The company made a concerted
marketing effort to advertise the ball’s design, aerodynamics and production process.
The marketing push behind ‘Brazuca’ during the 2014 World Cup actively encouraged
viewers to buy the ball and it sold out in Adidas stores worldwide. This encouraged and
continues to exert an influence on the exercise habits of millions around the world.
This instance clearly illustrates the positive influence corporations can exert when
promoting their products during sports events.
However, corporations have more often been known to promote products during
sports that precipitate passive lifestyles. For instance, McDonald’s was the official
restaurant of the 2012 Olympics in London. During the event, they released an
exclusively branded menu that included burgers, fries and milkshakes. According to a
spokesman for the Academy of Royal Medical Colleges, the menu was recklessly
unhealthy as the average calorie count for each item was over 900. When combined
together to make a meal, the calorie count reached upwards of 3600, which is nearly
twice the recommended daily intake for the average adult. Essentially, McDonald’s
was promoting obesity in countries such as England where such a lifestyle is becoming
more prevalent and represents a present danger to public health.
In conclusion, while there have been instances of corporations encouraging people to
be more active through the promotion of their products, I assert that there is also
equally considerable evidence of these corporations promoting a sedentary lifestyle. In
the future, sporting event organizers should be more discriminatory in choosing
sponsors, preferring preferably those with products that encourage to people to
participate more in sports.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Encourage active lifestyles
Khuyến khích lối sống năng động
Make a concerted marketing effort
Thực hiện một nỗ lực tiếp thị phối hợp
Aerodynamics
Khí động lực học
Exercise habits
Những thói quen tập thể dục
Precipitate passive lifestyles
Thúc đẩy lối sống thụ động
Release an exclusively branded menu
Phát hành một menu có thương hiệu độc
quyền
The average calorie count
Lượng calo trung bình
The recommended daily intake
Lượng hấp thụ hàng ngày được khuyến
nghị
Represent a present danger to public
Thể hiện một mối nguy hiểm hiện tại đối
health
với sức khỏe cộng đồng
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25. 16/07/2022
Question: In some parts of the world it is increasingly popular to research the history
of one’s own family. Why do people want to do this? Is it a positive or negative
development?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is increasingly common for people in different nations to investigate research the
history of their own families. There are some reasons behind this tendency including
better health choices and increased connections with other kin. It is believed to be a
negative trend since it squanders valuable time and has detrimental influence on
people’s mental health.
The growing trend in researching family history can be attributed to two reasons. The
primary one is the reinforcement of health choices. This is because people can be
provided with information regarding genetically inherited health concerns as they
learn about their ancestors, hence acknowledging their own health risks and adopting
a certain lifestyle to avoid potential health problems. The second explanation is the
connection with other relatives. More specifically, people can find their relatives whom
they lost contact with due to geographical barriers or wars. For instance, numerous
Vietnamese refugees have found their missing next of kin through Bionet, a DNA
database bank, as it enables users to compare genes to seek information about their
family tree online.
However, conducting research regarding the origins of their own family is negative to
some extent. First and foremost, it consumes a substantial amount of time. To be more
specific, researchers have to go through a long process of collecting and analyzing data
of their relationships and family records, which is inconvenient for people in a modern
society with hectic schedules. Another justification is that people’s mental well-being
can be adversely affected. To illustrate, after realizing potential health risks that they
can inherit from their forefathers, they are more likely to become excessively worried
and cannot enjoy their lives to the fullest instead of paying attention to the present.
In conclusion, the proliferation of researching one’s own origins is due to the
acknowledgement of their own medical risks and enhanced connections with other
relatives. Nevertheless, it has some drawbacks such as time-consuming and the
negative impacts on people’s mental well-being.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Squander valuable time
Lãng phí thời gian quý giá
Research family history
Nghiên cứu lịch sử gia đình
Genetically inherited health concerns
Những lo ngại về sức khỏe di truyền
Next of kin
Thân nhân
Compare genes
So sánh gen
Consume a substantial amount of time
Tiêu tốn một lượng thời gian đáng kể
Potential health risks
Những rủi ro sức khỏe tiềm ẩn
Excessively worried
Lo lắng quá mức
Enjoy their lives to the fullest
Tận hưởng cuộc sống của họ một cách trọn vẹn
nhất
Research one’s own origins
Nghiên cứu nguồn gốc của ai
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26. 23/07/2022
Question: Many people find it hard to balance their work with other parts of their
lives. What are the reasons for this? How can this problem be overcome?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is common for labourers to fail to achieve work-life harmony. A high volume of work
and the promotion of materialism are contributing factors to this tendency. However,
it can be tackled by some viable solutions implemented by the government and
individuals such as the enactment of laws on working hours and a shrewder financial
plan.
The struggle to maintain a work-life balance can be attributed to two reasons. The key
one is growing demands in the workplace. To be more specific, employees are more
likely to assume a heavy workload, leading to the fact that they have to work overtime
to be able to accomplish their assigned duties. For instance, it is reported that a
substantial number of blue-collar workers in most Vietnamese factories have to work
an average of 10 hours each day to finish their tasks. Another explanation is the desire
to acquire more material possessions. It is believed that people in modern society tend
to pursue materialism to keep up with their friends or show off their status. As a result,
they would forgo their time for their personal interests or relationships and fully
devote themselves to working to accumulate wealth.
Nevertheless, this predicament can be tackled by two measures. First and foremost,
the government should impose laws on labourers’ working hours to reduce the
frequency of working additional hours. For example, companies requiring their
employees to work more hours than legally mandated can face a monetary fine or be
banned from operating. Therefore, firms would put more control on their schedules,
enabling workers to allocate time to other matters of their lives. Furthermore,
individuals should make financial plans wisely to limit their own expenses. Since they
save money by buying secondhand or cheaper suppliers, their expenditure would be
reduced. Thus, the demand to work extended hours would decrease as they are not
urged to earn more money and can spend more time on personal pursuits instead.
In conclusion, the plight of sustaining a work-life blend is ascribed to increasing work
demands and the pursuit of possessing more material properties. Nevertheless, the
enforcement of laws regulating work hours by authorities and reasonable spending
plans made by individuals could improve this situation.
(Word count: 365)
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ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Đạt được sự hài hòa giữa công việc và cuộc
Achieve work-life harmony
sống
A high volume of work
Khối lượng công việc lớn
A shrewder financial plan
Một kế hoạch tài chính khôn ngoan hơn
Assume a heavy workload
Đảm nhận một khối lượng công việc nặng
Pursue materialism
Theo đuổi chủ nghĩa duy vật
Forgo their time for…
Hi sinh thời gian của họ làm điều gì
Accumulate wealth
Tích lũy tài sản
Predicament
Tình trạng khó khăn
Personal pursuits
Sự theo đuổi cá nhân
Duy trì sự cân bằng giữa công việc và cuộc
Sustain a work-life blend
sống
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27. 06/08/2022
Question: There are several factors that motivate people to stay in the workforce.
Among them, money is the most important factor. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that gaining a substantial amount of income is the most vital factor among
several for people’s motivation to remain employed. I totally disagree with this
viewpoint since there are more significant elements including job prospects and the
recognition in the workplace.
The main reason for my dissenting view that money is the main driver for continued
employment is that having a clear path for career progression is more vital. More
specifically, they can be offered opportunities for development and to be able to climb
the career ladder when they devote themselves to the company they are working for.
To illustrate, normal office staff member would more likely decide to work diligently as
they know that they can rise up the hierarchy to become a manager who has more
power if they show commitment to the company. Therefore, the desire to become a
better version of themselves may stimulate individuals to remain in the workforce.
Another justification for why I believe people tend to make a long-term commitment
to a profession other than money is that they can be recognized for contributions and
achievements in the workplace. This is because they would feel appreciated when they
receive praise or rewards from their colleagues and superiors. In other words, their
talents and working proficiency are highly valued, leading to the enhancement of their
self-actualization. These compliments also generate emotional connections between
workers and the whole organization, acting as a source of inspiration for them to
continue to work for it.
In conclusion, I strongly oppose the idea that high income is the most crucial factor for
employees to continue working as job promotions and acknowledgement at work are
just as pivotal.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Gain a substantial amount of income
Có thu nhập đáng kể
Có một con đường rõ ràng để phát triển sự
Have a clear path for career progression
nghiệp
Climb the career ladder
Leo lên nấc thang sự nghiệp
Rise up the hierarchy
Become a better version of themselves
Được thăng chức
Trở thành một phiên bản tốt hơn của chính họ
Make a long-term commitment to a
Có cam kết lâu dài với một công việc
profession
Enhancement of their self-actualization
Nâng cao khả năng tự hiện thực hóa của họ
Emotional connections
Những kết nối cảm xúc
Acknowledgement at work
Sự công nhận tại nơi làm việc
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28. 11/08/2022
Question: Many people believe that good planning is the key factor to success in life,
while others believe that other factors like hard work or luck are important. Discuss
both views and give your opinion.
ANSWER (8.0+):
There are those who take the stand that successful people result from them making
effective plans, while others argue that other elements such as diligence and fortune
are more vital. This essay will discuss both perspectives and the reasons why I favor the
former.
On the one hand, proponents believe planning skills are the main contributor to one’s
success. The first benefit is that they enable people to achieve their goals. This is
because they would plan out specific steps to follow so as to fulfill singular aims and
then see the bigger picture of the procedure. In other words, plans remind them to
make greater efforts and persevere with what they are doing. Furthermore, planning
allows people to make timely adjustments in the future. More specifically, they could
predict foreseeable scenarios, thus they are more likely to minimize potential risks
and take advantage of opportunities to thrive in their career paths.
On the other hand, opponents consider other criteria are pivotal to success in many
aspects of life. The foremost one is being assiduous. This quality ensures people pay
attention to their work and pursue their passions without giving up, hence they are
more likely to gain their own success. Another element is being fortunate in having
opportune chances to develop. For instance, Bun Cha Huong Lien restaurant in Hanoi
became instantly famous after the surprise visit of U.S president Obama in 2016 since
diners from all corners of Vietnam wanted to come to this restaurant and try the same
staples as he did.
In conclusion, both sides of the argument have their own merits. However, my personal
view is that other factors including being industrious and lucky can have a more
tangible effect on each individual’s success. This is because they would persevere in
what they are doing and seize the opportunity to become successful.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Fulfill singular aims
Hoàn thành các mục tiêu riêng lẻ
Persevere with
Kiên trì với
Predict foreseeable scenarios
Dự đoán các tình huống trong tương lai
Minimize potential risks
Giảm thiểu rủi ro tiềm ẩn
Take advantage of opportunities
Tận dụng cơ hội
Have opportune chances to develop
Có cơ hội thích hợp để phát triển
Surprise visit
Chuyến thăm bất ngờ
Have a more tangible effect on
Có ảnh hưởng rõ ràng hơn đến
Seize the opportunity
Nắm lấy cơ hội
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29. 20/08/2022
Question: Some people claim that public museums and art galleries will no longer be
necessary because people can see historical objects and works of art by using a
computer. Do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
There is currently a contentious argument advocating that historical and artisic
displays for the general public are predicted to disappear due to the proliferation of
artwork and artefacts on the Internet. I strongly disagree with this notion since these
places play an indispensable part in promoting tourism and encouraging social
connections.
The first reason why I advocate for the preservation of museums and art galleries is
because they are valuable assets to the tourism industry. More specifically, these
places are tangible evidence of a country’s past and national identity; hence, numerous
tourists consider including them on their to-do lists to explore cultural and historical
values in person. Compared to static pictures and videos of artwork on the Internet,
visitors can sense the sacred atmosphere generated by an institution housing historical
artefacts and grasp a deeper understanding of past events through the guide’s
narration. For example, the historic Hoa Lo prison in Hanoi has attracted a substantial
number of tourists since it vividly demonstrates the plight of Vietnamese prisoners in
the war with the French, leading to increased tourism revenue.
Another justification for why I do not believe that the existence of culturally and
historically significant places will become obsolete is that they enhance genuine social
interactions. By observing artistic creations and invaluable artefacts directly, people
would likely have more chances to initiate conversations with those present who have
the same interest and exchange their opinions on pieces of artwork. As a result, their
relationships can be strengthened, paying the way for greater bonds in their lives. By
contrast, viewing images of artwork only generates an isolated experience behind the
screen.
In conclusion, I am completely against the redundancy of museums and art galleries
since it causes substantial losses to the tourism industry and deprives people of social
connections. It is advisable that the government should implement some measures to
preserve these places to maintain their historical and social values.
(Word count: 319)
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Historical and artisic displays
Sự trưng bày lịch sử và nghệ thuật
Encourage social connections
Khuyến khích kết nối xã hội
Valuable assets to the tourism industry
Tài sản quý giá đối với ngành du lịch
Tangible evidence
Bằng chứng hữu hình
Static pictures and videos of artwork
Ảnh tĩnh và video về tác phẩm nghệ thuật
Sacred atmosphere
Bầu không khí linh thiêng
Culturally and historically significant places
Địa điểm có ý nghĩa về văn hóa và lịch sử
Enhance genuine social interactions
Tăng cường các tương tác xã hội chân thực
Artistic creations and invaluable artefacts
Tác phẩm nghệ thuật và đồ tạo tác vô giá
Isolated experience behind the screen
Trải nghiệm biệt lập đằng sau màn hình
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30. 27/08/2022
Question: As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities,
some governments encourage businesses to move to rural areas. Do you think the
advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is prevalent that governments are recommending firms to relocate to the countryside
to alleviate issues regarding transport and housing in urban areas. Although this
tendency poses a threat to the environment and may result in a shortage of skilled
labour in rural areas, the benefits including more job opportunities for local people and
the narrowed wealth gap between regions are more significant.
On the one hand, there are two drawbacks associated with encouraging enterprises to
move to the countryside. The first is that it can trigger environmental damage in the
area. This is explained by the fact that industrial activities implemented by these
companies often release a substantial amount of waste. If such businesses pay scant
attention to proper waste treatment, more untreated waste could be discharged into
local water bodies and land, contaminating the living areas of rural residents. Another
demerit is the lack of highly qualified labour. More specifically, as most people living
in small towns and villages are less likely to receive sufficient education to pursue more
intellectually involved professions, firms in such places often find it challenging to
recruit skilled employees.
On the other hand, the relocation of corporations to the hinterland offers more
noticeable benefits. The first one is there can be more employment opportunities for
rural dwellers. To be more specific, although it may be hard to employ white-collar
workers, businesses can still provide jobs for numerous blue-collar ones. As a result,
they can acquire higher income and have a better quality of life. Additionally, this
can minimise the financial gap between rural and urban areas. This is because an
increasing number of companies operating in the countryside can enable the rural
economy to thrive and attract more foreign investment, thus discouraging more
people from residing in big cities.
In conclusion, I completely agree that the merits such as the provision of better job
opportunities and the narrower financial gap in different areas over the demerits of
environmental contamination and the shortage of highly skilled workers because these
downsides can be tackled by offering relocation packages to skilled workers to
convince them to work in rural regions and rigorous monitoring by environmental
agencies to prevent any major environmental harm from discharge of waste.
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TIẾNG VIỆT
A shortage of skilled labour
Sự thiếu hụt lao động có kỹ năng
The narrowed wealth gap
Khoảng cách giàu nghèo được thu hẹp
Pay scant attention to proper waste
Ít chú ý đến việc xử lý chất thải đúng yêu cầu
treatment
Local water bodies and land
Các vùng nước và đất đai địa phương
The lack of highly qualified labour
Thiếu lao động có trình độ cao
Intellectually involved professions
Các ngành nghề liên quan đến trí tuệ
The hinterland
Vùng xa thành thị
Minimise the financial gap
Giảm thiểu khoảng cách tài chính
Attract more foreign investment
Thu hút nhiều vốn đầu tư nước ngoài
Relocation packages
Gói di dời
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31. 03/09/2022
Question: Some people think that the detailed criminal description on newspapers
and TV has bad influences, so this kind of information should be restricted in the
media. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that reporting crimes in detail in printed newspapers and on television is
detrimental; therefore, it should be limited. I completely agree with this notion since it
gives rise to criminal acts and people’s anxiety.
The first reason for my view that crimes should not be reported meticulously is because
it encourages viewers to violate the laws. More specifically, numerous teenagers tend
to follow or replicate infractions presented with detailed procedures, methods and
tools mainly because they have great curiosity or they want to make a grand impression
by proving that they can be better than the person who committed the original crime.
For instance, Shinochiro Azima, a 14-year-old student in Japan killed two students in
1997 by cutting off their heads after watching a documentary about an American
criminal, the Zodiac Killer, who performed the same acts. As he was being interrogated,
he admitted that he imitated this horrible act since he wanted to impress other people.
Consequently, this may pose a threat to social stability due to growing crime rates.
Another justification for why I oppose the detailed presentation of crimes via the mass
media is that members of the public’s anxiety can be triggered. This is because they
may consider their community unsafe and then hesitate to connect with others as too
many cruel acts are reported in the media. They would likely feel afraid of being a
victim of a potential crime and constantly experience a sense of insecurity. As a result,
it could lead to a loose-knit community where people are not willing to support those
in need.
In conclusion, I strongly oppose the idea of presenting detailed crime reports on
newspapers and television because it provokes more individuals to be driven to crime
and arouses people’s apprehension. It is advisable that the details of the crimes should
be completely banned to minimise its adverse impacts on viewers.
(World count: 317)
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TIẾNG VIỆT
Criminal acts
Các hành vi phạm tội
Be reported meticulously
Được tường trình tỉ mỉ
Violate the laws
Vi phạm luật pháp
Replicate infractions
Sao chép các vi phạm
Commit the original crime
Phạm tội ban đầu
Imitate this horrible act
Bắt chước hành động khủng khiếp này
The detailed presentation of crimes
Sự trình bày chi tiết về tội ác
A victim of a potential crime
Một nạn nhân của một tội phạm tiềm tàng
Experience a sense of insecurity
Trải qua cảm giác bất an
A loose-knit community
Một cộng đồng lỏng lẻo, thiếu sự kết nối
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32. 10/09/2022
Question: Some people believe that technology causes more problems for modern
society than it solves. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that there are more issues triggered by technological advances than their
benefits. I completely agree with this notion since they cause unemployment and
promote inactive lifestyles.
The first reason why I believe the development of technology may bring more demerits
than merits is that innovative technologies can trigger an increase in the
unemployment rate. More specifically, employees are deprived of numerous jobs by
advanced technologies since they surpass their abilities in various aspects. For instance,
a substantial number of builders in Japan are being replaced by robot engineers in the
building sector since they perform with more accuracy and speed and are preferred in
dangerous situations. Additionally, as technology is applied in many jobs, workers are
required to acquire certain IT-related skills; therefore, those who are not proficient at
technological skills such as using computers or operating machines would likely be
made redundant. This would give rise to the growing rate of national unemployment.
Another justification for my argument is the prevalence of the sedentary lifestyle in
modern society. With the proliferation of computer-based and digital entertainment,
people are more likely to opt for staying at home and passively viewing screens rather
than participating in outdoor activities. Consequently, a host of physical and mental
health problems can be induced, which deteriorates public wellbeing. To illustrate,
according to a survey in 2020, Vietnamese adults tend to play electronic games after
working hours and refuse to engage in fitness activities, resulting in an increase in
health problems such as obesity and poor vision.
In conclusion, I strongly advocate the opinion that technology offers more downsides
than benefits because more people are being driven out of a job and pursuing a
sedentary lifestyle. It is advisable that more regulations on technology applied in the
labour market and the way people entertain should be imposed to mitigate the
abovementioned issues.
(Word count: 309)
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ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Promote inactive lifestyles
Thúc đẩy lối sống không hoạt động
Innovative technologies
Công nghệ tiên tiến
Be deprived of numerous jobs
Bị lấy đi nhiều công việc
Robot engineers
Kỹ sư robot
Be proficient at technological skills
Thành thạo các kỹ năng công nghệ
Be made redundant
Bị sa thải
Computer-based and digital entertainment
Các hình thức giải trí dựa trên máy tính và kỹ
thuật số
Passively view screens
Xem màn hình một cách thụ động
Mental health problems can be induced
Các vấn đề sức khỏe tinh thần có thể được gây
ra
Deteriorates public wellbeing
Làm suy giảm sức khỏe cộng đồng
Being driven out of a job
Bị mất việc
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33. 17/09/2022
Question: In some countries, small town-centre shops are going out of business
because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores. As a result, people without
cars have limited access to out-of-town stores, and it may result in an increase in the
use of cars. Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages?
ANSWER (8.0+):
In various parts of the world, a number of small stores in the high streets of towns have
gone bankrupt due to the dominance of large stores located on the outskirts. This has
led to difficulty in accessibility for non-car owners and an increase in car usage. While
there might be a positive influence to this change, I believe the negative impacts are by
far more significant.
On the one hand, large-scale shopping centers may create more employment
opportunities for local communities where they operate. These opportunities can vary,
ranging from entry-level jobs to management positions. A good example in this case is
Walmart. Each of the brand’s supermarkets is estimated to hire up to two thousand
people working as customer assistants, goods couriers, or other back-office positions
with competitive benefit packages. As many of these employees are from nearby areas,
Walmart has been praised by some town councils for helping to curb unemployment,
sustaining local development.
However, one of many drawbacks is that the prevalence of suburban shops causes
great inconvenience to customers. Many shoppers now are unable to make a quick
purchase at nearby convenience stores which used to be omnipresent in town centers,
and instead they have to spend time traveling to shop instead of on other profitable
endeavours such as studying, working and resting.
Another disadvantage is that the use of personal motorised vehicles is on a rise. As
stores become more unreachable on foot, many urban denizens would switch to
owning and driving cars, leading to a significant increase in the number of vehicles on
the road. This inevitably gives rise to the quantity of exhaust fumes from car engines
which exacerbate environmental pollution, as well as congestion and increased
damage to road infrastructure.
In conclusion, I agree that the demerits such as inconvenience of shopping to local
people and adverse impacts on the environment and traffic issues outweigh the merit
of providing a certain number of jobs. Therefore, I maintain that authorities should
provide financial and management support to encourage the development of small
stores in the downtown.
(World count: 344)
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WORD LIST:
ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
In the high streets of towns
Trên những con phố lớn của thị trấn
Non-car owners
Những người không sở hữu ô tô
Large-scale shopping centers
Các trung tâm mua sắm quy mô lớn
Entry-level jobs
Những công việc không đòi hỏi kinh nghiệm
Management positions
Các vị trí quản lý
Curb unemployment
Giảm sự thất nghiệp
Suburban shops
Các cửa hàng ngoại ô
Profitable endeavours
Những hoạt động có ích
Personal motorised vehicles
Các phương tiện cơ giới cá nhân
Become more unreachable on foot
Trở nên khó tiếp cận hơn khi đi bộ
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34. 24/09/2022
Question: Some people say we do not need printed newspapers anymore. To what
extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is commonly argued that physical newspapers are no longer essential. I completely
agree with this notion due to the greater updatability of online newspapers and how
more natural resources can be saved.
The first justification for my agreement is that online newspapers would be superior to
conventional ones in terms of faster updates. More specifically, they can provide upto-the-minute information about events that are happening domestically and globally,
enabling Internet users to obtain current news in a matter of minutes. For example,
when the Russo-Ukrainian War broke out, the information about its occurrence and
consequences was updated instantly and continuously on different media platforms
such as TV and the Internet. On the contrary, newspaper readers have to wait for at
least several days to acquire the news about it due to the long process of editing and
publishing.
Another reason why I am of the opinion that traditional newspapers could
be superseded by Internet-based news is that more natural resources can be saved.
While the production of physical newspapers requires a large amount of paper, ink
used and the distribution of newspapers by truck, the proliferation of online news
would prevent a substantial number of trees being felled and reduce emissions of
pollutants into the air. As environmentally friendly lifestyles are being favoured by
more people in contemporary society, paper-based newspapers are more likely to
become obsolete.
In conclusion, I strongly maintain that paper-based articles are falling into disuse and
are not required because news in other media is a more beneficial source of
information owing to their ability to be updated quickly and save natural materials. It
is advisable that the government take action to enhance cybersecurity to ensure the
veracity of news on the Internet.
(World count: 288)
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WORD LIST:
ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Greater updatability
Khả năng cập nhật nhanh hơn
Provide up-to-the-minute information
Cung cấp thông tin cập nhật mới nhất
Obtain current news
Đọc tin tức thời sự
Occurrence
Sự xảy ra
Updated instantly and continuously
Cập nhật ngay lập tức và liên tục
Long process of editing and publishing
Quá trình chỉnh sửa và xuất bản lâu
Emissions of pollutants
Khí thải
Environmentally friendly lifestyles
Lối sống thân thiện với môi trường
Paper-based articles
Các bài báo trên giấy
Fall into disuse
Không được sử dụng nữa
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35. 08/10/2022
Question: The most important function of music is that it helps people reduce stress.
To what extent do you agree/ disagree
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is stated that relieving people’s stress is the most vital impact of music. I completely
disagree with this notion since it is just as significantly utilized to boost one’s brain
growth and enhance social interactions.
The first justification for my disagreement is that music is more vital for
stimulating brain development. More specifically, it is believed to promote people’s
ability to be creative. According to a recent study by an Australian university, those who
often listen to music or play musical instruments can devise more innovative solutions
to the same problems they are assigned as others. In addition, music can be beneficial
to people’s memory. This is because it is scientifically proven to slow cognitive decline,
leading to it being widely used to treat people with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms
of dementia.
Furthermore, a more significant benefit of music than stress reduction is stronger social
connections. This can be explained by the fact that musical concerts and shows have
attracted numerous spectators to share the same taste in music. By participating in
these events, people are offered chances to interact with others and exchange their
ideas to express their own musical perceptions. As a result, they would likely widen
their circle of relationships by making friends with like-minded people, paving the way
for long-lasting bonds in their personal lives.
In conclusion, I strongly oppose the idea that the most pivotal role of music in people’s
lives is to ease stress because other decisive impacts are to give rise to their creativity
and social interactions. It is advisable that people use music in various fields to increase
productivity at work and improve their well-being.
(World count: 275)
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WORD LIST:
ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Boost one’s brain growth
Thúc đẩy sự phát triển não bộ của một người
Enhance social interactions
Tăng cường tương tác xã hội
Devise more innovative solutions
Đưa ra các giải pháp sáng tạo hơn
Slow cognitive decline
Làm chậm sự suy giảm nhận thức
Dementia
Sa sút trí tuệ
Stress reduction
Sự giảm căng thẳng
Share the same taste in music
Chia sẻ cùng một sở thích về âm nhạc
Musical perceptions
Nhận thức âm nhạc
Widen their circle of relationships
Mở rộng mối quan hệ của họ
Long-lasting bonds
Mối quan hệ lâu dài
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36. 13/10/2022
Question: Many people now use language in a less formal way than in the past.
Why is that so? Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages?
ANSWER (8.0+):
Recent decades have witnessed the growing use of informal language in a variety of
contexts. This can be attributed to an inclination towards verbal communication and
the prevalence of the Internet. I am more inclined to the view that the drawbacks, such
as lower academic results and reduced formality in enterprises stemming from this
tendency, are more significant.
Firstly, there are two main reasons why informal language is increasingly preferred in
the contemporary world. The first one is that many individuals today prefer spoken
communication. Face-to-face conversations, which naturally involve more informal
language, are more likely to be prioritized today since they are convenient and
fast. Another explanation is that the proliferation of the Internet and mobile devices
greatly reduces formal language use. Online, texting language often includes emojis,
idioms, figures of speech, typos, and abbreviated words. As most businesses
transition to online forms of communication including email and video calls, formal
forms of language as in physical letters, have become relics of the past.
However, the prevalence of informal language engenders two critical negatives. First
and foremost, this development can adversely affect the academic performances of
students. Many students today tend to utilize informal forms such as abbreviated
words or slang in essays and assignments that require a greater level of formality.
Consequently, their academic results are often lower on standardized tests, potentially
affecting their overall learning progress. The second drawback is a possible lack of
formality in business contexts. For instance, if a contract between two companies is
written in an informal manner, it would not only appear unprofessional but it might
also lead to legal challenges as to the validity of the document.
In conclusion, more people use language in a less formal manner these days due to the
convenience of oral communication and the advent of the Internet. Nevertheless, I am
of the opinion that this trend has more downsides as it can pose a threat to
learning outcomes and business dealings.
(World count: 326)
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WORD LIST:
ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
An inclination towards verbal communication
Khuynh hướng giao tiếp bằng lời nói
The proliferation of the Internet and mobile
Sự phổ biến của Internet và các thiết bị di
devices
động
Texting language
Ngôn ngữ nhắn tin
Abbreviated words
Từ viết tắt
Transition to
Chuyển sang
Relics of the past
Di tích của quá khứ
Critical negatives
Tác động tiêu cực nổi bật
Academic performances
Kết quả học tập
Standardized tests
Các bài kiểm tra tiêu chuẩn hóa
The validity of the document
Tính hợp lệ của tài liệu
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37. 22/10/2022
Question: The best way to solve the world’s environmental problems is to increase the
cost of fuel for cars and other vehicles. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
Many people argue that an increase in fuel prices will solve the problem of the
environment. While this idea could help reduce the amount of harmful fumes, I
maintain that a global awareness campaign is the most feasible option.
On the one hand this policy might help cut down the emissions from private
vehicles which pollute the air in big cities. Indeed, as the cost per kilometer increases,
people would have to consider reducing the distance and the frequency at which they
travel on the roads. If there is a need to travel, commuters might also turn to
more cost-effective and greener means of transportation such as buses or electric
bikes. In both of these cases, the total amount of noxious fumes that cause air pollution
is limited.
However, an increase in fuel prices can only solve a limited part of the complex
environmental issues. In fact, causes of pollution are diverse, involving the use of
plastic bags in shopping or chemicals in both agriculture and industry which
contaminate both water and land. Therefore, the most effective solution would be
running a world-wide campaign that raises the consumer awareness about
the environmental cost of their shopping habits and presses companies to reduce
the consumption of noxious chemicals and resolve to greener cultivating and
manufacturing methods.
In conclusion, while increasing fuel costs can partly solve the environmental problems
by discouraging private vehicle usage, the ideal solution would be making the public
and enterprises aware of these issues. I am also convinced that once more resolute
actions are taken, humans can reverse the effect of climate change and environmental
problems.
(Word count: 268)
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WORD LIST:
ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Harmful fumes
Khói độc hại
Global awareness campaign
Chiến dịch nâng cao nhận thức toàn cầu
Emissions from private vehicles
Khí thải từ các phương tiện cá nhân
Distance and frequency at which people
travel on the roads
Khoảng cách và tần suất mọi người di chuyển
trên đường
Cost per kilometer
Phí trên mỗi ki lô mét
Cost-effective and greener means of
transportation
Phương tiện giao thông tiết kiệm chi phí và
thân thiện môi trường
Noxious fumes
Khói độc
Solve a limited part
Giải quyết một phần
Complex environmental issues
Các vấn đề môi trường phức tạp
Environmental cost of their shopping habits
Hậu quả lên môi trường do thói quen mua
sắm
Consumption of noxious chemicals
Sự tiêu thụ hóa chất độc hại
Greener cultivating and manufacturing
methods
Phương pháp trồng trọt và sản xuất thân
thiện môi trường hơn
Discouraging private vehicle usage
Không khuyến khích sử dụng phương tiện cá
nhân
Resolute action
Hành động kiên quyết
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38. 29/10/2022
Question: As well as making money, businesses should also have social
responsibilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that enterprises should undertake social duties in addition to making
profits. I completely agree with this viewpoint since they can attract more employees
and raise their public image.
The first justification for my agreement is that taking social responsibility can enable
firms to entice higher-quality employees. More specifically, qualified staff tend to favor
companies that are famous for being socially responsible as the way they treat society
potentially reflects the way they treat their workers. In other words, they might
consider that their efforts and dedication to their jobs would be appreciated. To
illustrate, Vingroup, a Vietnamese corporation which often allocates huge financial
resources for charity work in the community, appeals to numerous workers. According
to an in-house survey, one of the main reasons behind their choice to work for it is that
it is praised for caring for society.
Another reason why I agree that businesses should undertake their responsibility
towards society is that this can boost their image to the public. More specifically, by
willingly cooperating with local authorities and inhabitants in preserving the
environment or fulfilling other civic duties, they can gain acknowledgement from the
community and potentially receive greater support from local people in their
commercial activities. For instance, American big-box retailer Target Corp is well known
for its social responsibility programs such as donating money to local communities in
the form of education grants. As a result, they are given enormous favour from local
people, enabling them to raise their sales and further develop their franchise.
In conclusion, I strongly advocate the idea that corporations should be accountable to
society as it can allure more people to work for them and promote their brand image.
It is advisable that companies engage in social activities to ensure their sustainable
growth.
(World count: 297)
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WORD LIST:
ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Undertake social duties
Đảm nhận các nhiệm vụ xã hội
Raise their public image
Nâng cao hình ảnh công khai của họ
Entice higher-quality employees
Thu hút nhân viên chất lượng cao hơn
An in-house survey
Một cuộc khảo sát nội bộ
Gain acknowledgement from the community
Đạt được sự thừa nhận từ cộng đồng
Receive greater support
Nhận được sự hỗ trợ lớn hơn
Raise their sales
Nâng cao doanh số bán hàng của họ
Further develop their franchise
Phát triển hơn nữa kinh doanh của họ
Allure more people to work
Thu hút nhiều người làm việc hơn
Promote their brand image
Thúc đẩy hình ảnh thương hiệu của họ
Ensure their sustainable growth
Đảm bảo sự tăng trưởng bền vững của họ
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39. 19/11/2022
Question: Some people think history has nothing or little to tell us, but others think
that studying the past history can help us better understand the present.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
ANSWER (8.0+):
Some believe that history fails to facilitate people’s understanding, while opponents
argue that acquiring historical knowledge can aid in informing individuals about
contemporary times. This essay will elaborate on both sides and the reasons why I am
in favour of the former.
On the one hand, gaining insight into past events can be beneficial for individuals to
have a better understanding of the contemporary world because they can explore the
roots of current problems. As a result, severe consequences and potential damage can
be prevented from happening. To illustrate, by studying their country’s history,
Vietnamese people can understand that the main reason behind the high deformity
rate in some central provinces in Vietnam is the dumping of Agent Orange used by
Americans in the Vietnam War (1954-1975). Thus, those suffering from this dioxin are
discouraged from having children to avoid the spread of health problems and the
number of disabled people induced by it.
On the other hand, the notion that learning history is pointless is sound for two reasons.
The first is that it can be irrelevant to modern life. More specifically, historical events
often bring no practical value to people’s present life. In other words, people may find
it hard to apply what they obtain from history lessons into practice because society
today bears little resemblance to the past. Another justification is that students prefer
learning subjects that benefit their job prospects instead of allocating a large amount
of time to researching history and remembering historical dates and facts. For instance,
most Vietnamese high school students confess that they are reluctant to opt for history
in the school curriculum because they cannot utilize knowledge about historical events
and figures in their personal lives and future careers.
In conclusion, both perspectives have their own justifications. However, I advocate the
view that knowing more about the past fails to inform people about the present life
since history mostly bears little relevance to modern life and brings no value to
enhancing their career path. It is advisable that schools should prioritize other subjects
that facilitate students’ future jobs.
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WORD LIST:
ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Facilitate people’s understanding
Nâng cao hiểu biết của mọi người
Contemporary times
Thời đương đại, hiện tại
Explore the roots of current problems
Khám phá gốc rễ của các vấn đề hiện tại
Deformity rate
Tỷ lệ biến dạng
The dumping of Agent Orange
Sự rải chất độc màu da cam
Dioxin
Độc tố
Bring no practical value
Không mang lại giá trị thực tiễn
Bears little resemblance to
Ít liên quan tới
Benefit their job prospects
Có lợi cho triển vọng công việc của họ
Enhance their career path
Nâng cao con đường sự nghiệp của họ
90
40. 26/11/2022
Question: Many people think modern communication technology is having some
negative effects on social relationships. Do you agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
Some hold a view that advanced communication technology is adversely affecting
social relationships. I mostly agree with this view since it can bring about
greater misunderstandings and a lack of healthy relationships although it can facilitate
human interactions.
The first justification for my agreement is that the utilization of technology in
communication has given rise to more frequent misunderstandings. More specifically,
people may misinterpret what others convey due to the lack of genuine interaction as
they converse with each other via online platforms. For instance, with a pleasant tone
and mischievous face, people can show that they are joking during face-to-face
conversations; however, if they communicate via networking sites such as Facebook in
the same way, recipients can misunderstand the same utterance and falsely
believe that the sender is angry or sarcastic instead. Therefore, there would arise
growing dissatisfaction and outrage among individuals who have a habit of
communicating virtually.
Another reason why I agree that social interactions are being negatively impacted by
current communication technology is that people can find it harder to establish trustful
relationships. This is because there are numerous scammers, criminals and other
corrupt individuals who approach people on social media for nefarious purposes,
making them potentially suffer from many toxic and troubled online relationships. To
illustrate, Twitter users these days tend to raise their vigilance as they acknowledge
that cybercriminals who make friends with them in this social platform can disguise
themselves as genuine citizens who then go on to steal their personal information for
financial fraud. As a result, close-knit friendships are unlikely to be nurtured,
potentially narrowing each individual’s circle of relationships.
On the other hand, I concede that breakthroughs in communication technology can
also improve interactions between individuals. Most importantly, cutting-edge
technology allows people to engage with their connections regardless of time and
geographical constraints, thus facilitating the increase of social interactions and
therefore enhancing humans’ interpersonal relationships.
In conclusion, I strongly advocate the idea that technological advancements in
communication can jeopardize social relationships as more misunderstandings can
arise and reliable relationships can be difficult to forge. It is advisable that people
should favour face-to-face interactions to eliminate these drawbacks.
(Word count: 358)
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WORD LIST:
ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Facilitate human interactions
Tạo điều kiện thuận lợi cho sự tương tác của
con người
The lack of genuine interaction
Sự thiếu sự tương tác thật
Mischievous face
Khuôn mặt tinh nghịch
Utterance
Lời nói, câu nói
Outrage
Sự phẫn nộ
Have a habit of communicating virtually
Có thói quen giao tiếp trực tuyến
Establish trustful relationships
Thiết lập các mối quan hệ đáng tin cậy
Corrupt individuals
Các cá nhân xấu
Toxic and troubled online relationships
Các mối quan hệ trực tuyến độc hại và rắc rối
To raise their vigilance
Nâng cao cảnh giác
Disguise
Cải trang
Financial fraud
Sự lừa gạt tài chính
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41. 03/12/2022
Question: Some people think that it's important to spend money on family
celebrations (e.g. weddings, birthdays). However, some think that expensive
celebrations are a waste of money. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is sometimes argued that allocating funding to family festivities such as weddings
and birthdays is necessary. Nevertheless, others contend that it squanders money. This
essay will elaborate on the opposing perspectives and the reasons why I am in favour
of the former view.
Admittedly, spending exorbitantly on family celebrations can be seen as extravagant
to some extent. First, these celebrations last only one day or a few hours, which often
lead to a waste of food and other elements, and are often not appreciated by guests.
Therefore, the expenditure on them should be used for more practical purposes such
as electricity, food supply, healthcare and their children’s education. Specifically, for
those of low income, allocating income to regular occasions like these is not vital for
them to sustain their lives. Furthermore, organizing these occasions also creates
expectations from children, friends and family members that this is the norm, so if the
budget does not allow for them in the future, then their expectations are not met,
leading to dissatisfaction among them.
However, spending on household activities and celebrations is reasonable due to
several benefits. The first one is that it can strengthen bonds between family members.
This is because they have opportunities to reunite and update each other on their lives.
For instance, a wedding is a special occasion for people to gather and share with their
relatives about their current matters such as jobs, marital status and life events, forging
their relationships. Another advantage is that family celebrations can foster family
values. To illustrate, as a 30th wedding anniversary displays people’s longlasting bonds, organizing this type of event may encourage other married couples to
focus on strengthening their relationships.
In conclusion, each point of view has its own merits; however, I am of the opinion that
people should spend their money on family celebrations because their familial
relationships can be boosted and family values can be nurtured. However, costly
celebrations should be organized by the wealthy only as they are financially affordable
for them. It is advisable that people should refer to their financial state to decide how
elaborate their family celebrations can be.
(Word count: 356 words)
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WORD LIST:
ENGLISH
TIẾNG VIỆT
Family festivities
Ngày lễ gia đình
Spend exorbitantly
Chi tiêu quá mức
Extravagant
Xa hoa
Practical purposes
Mục đich thực tiễn
Sustain their lives
Duy trì cuộc sống của họ
Foster family values
Nuôi dưỡng giá trị gia đình
Long-lasting bonds
Sự gắn kết lâu dài
Familial relationships
Quan hệ gia đình
Financial state
Tình trạng tài chính
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42. 10/12/2022
Question: Some people believe that success in sports depends on physical ability. But
some people believe there are many factors that contribute to success at sports.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is commonly argued that physical talent is the key factor to significant achievements
in sports. However, others contend that different components can make a contribution
to success in sports. The essay will elaborate on both sides of the debate before
explaining why I am in favour of the latter.
On the one hand, physical prowess plays the crucial role in achieving success in sports
competitions. This is because sportspeople can produce consistently outstanding
results in their performances when they are physically strong. For instance, track and
field athletes who have incredible muscle strength and stamina can outpace and
surpass their competitors, contributing to their victories in racing events. It is apparent
that without a perfect physique, many athletes might give up in the middle of the
tournament when they realize they cannot compete with the best and miss
opportunities to break the record or become dominant.
On the other hand, there are two other factors behind athletes’ sports achievements.
The first one is their mental toughness. More specifically, they can overcome possible
setbacks in their careers. To illustrate, Tuan Anh, a Vietnamese football player suffered
from numerous leg injuries which prevented participation in any football matches for
many years, but continued to practice everyday instead of giving up playing. Thanks to
his strong mentality, he came back and gave excellent performances, being praised as
the best Vietnamese football player in 2021. The second factor is the mastery of skills.
This can be explained by the fact that many sports require a high skill level from
participants. A case in point is boxing as two opponents have to be able to dance around
a ring, carefully consider their punches and defend their body from incoming blows.
In conclusion, although each perspective has its own merits, I am of the opinion that
mental prowess and the acquisition of varied skills are more significant factors
contributing to great achievements in sports. Therefore, it is advisable that apart from
keeping themselves physically healthy, people should build their mental strength and
enhance their skills to succeed in sports.
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Physical talent
Tài năng thể chất
Physical prowess
Sức mạnh thể chất
Produce consistently outstanding results
Tạo ra kết quả xuất sắc liên tục
Track and field athletes
Vận động viên điền kinh
Stamina
Sự bền bỉ
Surpass their competitors
Vượt qua đối thủ cạnh tranh của họ
A perfect physique
Một vóc dáng hoàn hảo
Sports achievements
Thành tích thể thao
Mental toughness/strong mentality
Tinh thần mạnh mẽ
Consider their punches
Xem xét cú đấm của họ
Defend their body
Bảo vệ cơ thể của họ
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43. 17/12/2022
Question: In many countries people increasingly talk about money (how much they
earn or how much they pay for things in their daily conversations). Why? Is this a
positive or negative trend?
ANSWER (8.0+):
People in different parts of the world are more open to talk about their income figures
and expenses with others. This is attributed to the desire to learn about reasonable
spending and seek better job opportunities. I believe that this propensity is detrimental
to both businesses and individuals.
There are two driving factors behind the tendency of sharing their salary and spending
among individuals. The first one is that they want to receive advice in terms of
expenditure. This is because they can compare spending allocations for different
aspects of their lives with others and learn from each other how to budget more wisely.
Another justification is that they are inclined to acquire more information about
competitive salaries, identifying better chances in the job market. When conversing
with friends and colleagues about income, employees can be informed about better
paying jobs and more desirable workplaces. As a result, they would likely alter between
occupations and workplaces to earn more money.
However, I consider that this tendency has adverse impacts on both employers and
employees. In terms of the former, it poses a threat to personnel management and
retention. For instance, it is challenging for the human resources department in each
company to offer a suitable salary to each employee when personnel openly share
about their income in the workplace, failing to attract and retain talents who deserve
higher income. Furthermore, people’s mentality can be adversely influenced. More
specifically, they are likely to be stressed and depressed when finding out that others
are able to spend more or purchase things that they can afford.
In conclusion, the rising trend of conversing about income and spending matters is
rooted from the yearning for useful advice on budgeting and higher paying jobs.
Nevertheless, I contend that it has deleterious influence on both employers’
management and individuals’ mental well-being.
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Income figures
Con số thu nhập
Reasonable spending
Chi tiêu hợp lý
Spending allocations
Phân bổ chi tiêu
Budget
Chi tiêu, phân bổ chi tiêu
Competitive salaries
Mức lương cạnh tranh
Better paying jobs
Công việc được trả lương cao hơn
Alter between occupations
Đổi việc
Personnel management and retention
Quản lý và giữ chân nhân sự
The human resources department
Phòng nhân sự
Attract and retain talents
Thu hút và giữ chân nhân tài
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44. 22/12/2022
Question: Some people believe that governments should pay full course fees for
students who want to study in universities. Do you agree or disagree with this
statement?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that tuition fees for all students who desire to pursue tertiary education
ought to be shouldered by the state. I mostly agree with this notion since it can provide
better chances for such education for less well-off individuals and reduce
socioeconomic inequality; although it can put pressure on the state budget.
The first justification why I agree that the government should bear the tuition fees for
university students is that they can be offered equal opportunities for pursuing
further education. More specifically, those who live under the poverty line could afford
courses at university without worrying about their financial burden. To illustrate,
without being financially supported by the state, most students from remote areas in
Vietnam such as Ha Giang Province cannot afford university tuition fees and instead opt
to do farming work, losing their chance to acquire a bachelor degree which can be
beneficial to their future careers.
Another reason for my agreement is that this practice can bridge the gap between
different classes in society. This is because families from disadvantaged backgrounds
can avoid making sacrifices to save for their children’s education and allocate their
budgets to other key matters such as healthcare and entertainment, enabling them to
access the same facilities and services as those from better-endowed families. As a
result, the socio-economic gap between individuals and families would likely be
lessened, paying the way to an equal community.
However, subsidizing tuition fees for all students can trigger monetary burdens on the
government. To be more specific, this requires greater spending allocation to
education, potentially leading to a budget deficit for other key sectors such as national
defense and commerce.
In conclusion, while I admit that fully subsidizing college tuition can pose a pressure on
the state budget, I am mostly of the opinion that it is beneficial due to the provision of
equal chances for education for future generations and the reduced gap between social
classes. It is advisable that the government should give priority to those from families
with lower incomes to reduce budget pressure.
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Tertiary education
Giáo dục đại học
Further education
Less well-off individuals
Cá nhân ít khá giả hơn
Reduce socioeconomic inequality
Giảm sự bất bình đẳng kinh tế xã hội
Put pressure on the state budget
Gây sức ép lên ngân sách nhà nước
Bear the tuition fees
Chịu học phí
Subsidize tuition fees
Trợ cấp học phí
Financial burden
Gánh nặng tài chính
Bridge the gap
Thu hẹp khoảng cách
Families from disadvantaged backgrounds
Gia đình có hoàn cảnh khó khăn
Better-endowed families
Gia đình khá giả
Budget deficit
Sự thâm hụt, thiếu ngân sách
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45. 29/12/2022
Question: Some people think that the best way to increase road safety is to increase
the minimum legal age for driving cars or riding motorbikes. To what extent do you
agree or disagree?
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is argued that the most effective measure to improve road safety is raising the
minimum age of eligibility for drivers. I mostly disagree with this notion since it can
reduce careless driving; however, I am of the opinion that it is ideal to combine it with
other approaches such as imposing stricter punishments and upgrading public
transportation.
Admittedly, increasing the minimum legal driving age can reduce traffic accidents which
boosts the safety of roads. More specifically, this practice deters young
commuters who are immature and unaware of the repercussions of their actions from
reckless driving. As people get older, they are more mature and responsible when they
are in traffic, therefore, potentially mitigating traffic incidents; generating a safer
environment for other commuters.
However, this proposal is not optimal by itself since there are two other effective
measures which should sit alongside older licensing ages for the best outcome. Chief of
these is that the government should enact more severe punishments to prevent
drivers from committing traffic-based infringements. For example, drivers who exceed
the speed limit or drink alcohol while driving should have to pay a heavy monetary fine
or have their driver’s licence revoked. As a result, more drivers will obey the rules while
joining the traffic. Another approach is for the government to enhance the public
transportation infrastructure such as bus and train services to encourage citizens to use
them in their daily life. This can lead to a decline in the number of people utilising
private vehicles and therefore safer roads.
In conclusion, I somewhat disagree that increasing the legal driving age can encourage
safer travelling, as I believe that other solutions in conjunction with it such as the
introduction of more grave punishments on those who violate traffic laws and the
enhancement of public transportation combine to make the most viable solution since
not all accidents are caused by underage drivers. It is advisable that all three options
should be considered by authorities to address traffic problems effectively.
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The minimum age of eligibility for drivers
Độ tuổi tối thiểu cho người lái xe
Careless driving
Lái xe bất cẩn
Reckless driving
Giảm thiểu sự cố giao thông
Mitigate traffic incidents
Enact more severe punishments
Ban hành các hình phạt nghiêm khắc hơn
Commit traffic-based infringements
Vi phạm luật giao thông
Exceed the speed limit
Vượt quá giới hạn tốc độ
Have their driver’s licence revoked
Bị tước giấy phép lái xe
Join the traffic
Tham gia giao thông
Violate traffic laws
Vi phạm luật giao thông
Underage drivers
Tài xế chưa đủ tuổi
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