Question 1: What do you usually do on your birthday?

Sample Answer: I usually celebrate my birthday with a small group of family or close friends. We might have dinner together or eat cake at home. I don’t throw big parties, but I enjoy the warm and simple celebration. It’s a nice time to feel appreciated.

Question 2: What did you do on your birthday when you were young?

Sample Answer: Oh, my birthdays when I was little were always pretty low-key, but so much fun! We usually started with a family breakfast – my mum would make pancakes, which were always a big deal. Then, depending on the weather, we’d either go to the park – I remember spending hours on the swings and slides – or have friends over to play. We’d have a party with games like musical chairs and pin the tail on the donkey, and of course, there was always cake! My mum would always make my favourite cake, which was usually chocolate with loads of sprinkles. In the evenings, we'd usually open presents – I always looked forward to seeing what toys I'd get. It was pretty simple, but looking back, those were some of the happiest days of my childhood. They weren’t fancy or extravagant, but filled with family, friends, and lots of fun.

Question 3: Is your birthday now still as important to you as when you were a child?

Sample Answer: Hmm, that's a really interesting question. When I was little, my birthday was HUGE. It was all about the presents, the cake, the party – the whole shebang! It was the one day of the year that was completely centered around me, which, you know, as a kid, feels pretty amazing. Now, it's definitely not as… *intense*. I still enjoy celebrating, and I appreciate the effort people put into making it special, but it's more about spending time with loved ones and reflecting on the past year than the excitement of unwrapping gifts. I guess I've shifted from focusing on the material aspects to the emotional ones as I've gotten older. It's still a nice day, don't get me wrong, but the significance has definitely changed.

Question 4: Do you think it’s important to give someone a card when it’s their birthday?

Sample Answer: Um, it's tricky, isn't it? I mean, I think it depends on your relationship with the person. Like, if it's a close friend or family member, a card definitely adds a nice personal touch, you know? It shows you put some thought into it, even if it's just a quick note inside. But for someone you're not that close to, maybe a quick text or something is enough. I guess I wouldn't feel bad if I just sent a message to a colleague, for example, rather than going out of my way to buy a card. So yeah, it’s more about the level of your relationship, I think.

Question 5: Do you think the price of gifts/presents is important?

Sample Answer: Hmm, that's a tricky one. I think it depends entirely on the situation, really. Like, for close friends and family, the price definitely isn't the most important thing. It's more about the thoughtfulness, you know? A small, handmade gift from a loved one would mean way more to me than something expensive bought in a shop. But for colleagues or acquaintances, maybe a slightly more expensive gift is more appropriate, just to show a bit more respect or formality. It's a bit of a balancing act, I guess – you want to show you care without making it all about the monetary value. And of course, you need to consider your own budget too! You don’t want to go overboard and spend money you don't have.

Question 6: Do you think it is important for you to celebrate your birthday?

Sample Answer: Um, well, it's a bit mixed for me, I guess. I mean, I definitely appreciate the opportunity to spend time with loved ones, and it's nice to be made a fuss over – getting cards and presents and all that. It's a chance to reflect on the past year too, and maybe think about the year ahead. But I wouldn’t say it's *essential*. I'm not one for big, extravagant parties; a quiet meal with close friends or family is much more my style. So, yeah, it's important in the sense that I value the connections it fosters, but not in terms of needing a huge celebration to feel validated or something. It's more about the people, really.

Question 7: Whose birthday do you think is the most important to celebrate in Vietnam?

Sample Answer: I think parents' birthdays, especially mothers', are very important in Vietnam. It’s a chance to show respect and appreciation for everything they’ve done for us. Many families prepare a meal, give gifts, or at least spend time together on that day.