VSTEP Speaking Đề Thi BAV 16/9

1) I am closest to my mother because I can talk to her openly and she usually gives me thoughtful advice. She understands my personality well, so I feel comfortable discussing both good news and problems with her. 2) I spend time with my family every day, although the amount of time depends on our schedules. We usually have dinner together, and at weekends we may have more time to talk, visit relatives, or go somewhere together. 3) We often eat meals together, watch television, go out for coffee, visit relatives, and sometimes take short trips. I especially enjoy family meals because everyone can relax and share what has happened during the day. Spending time together helps us stay close even when we are all busy.

1) What I like most about my education is that it gives me useful knowledge and helps me become more independent. I also have opportunities to meet different people, work on projects, and learn skills that may be useful for my future career. 2) I usually prefer studying alone when I need to concentrate because I can work at my own pace and choose a quiet environment. However, I like studying with other people before an exam or when I have a difficult topic because we can explain ideas to one another. 3) I would like to improve my time management and my ability to speak English confidently. Sometimes I leave tasks too late, so I want to plan my study schedule more carefully. For English, I want to practise speaking regularly instead of only studying grammar and vocabulary. I think these improvements would make my learning more effective.

I would choose to get a full-time job after finishing university. The main reason is that I want to gain practical experience and become financially independent. A job would allow me to apply what I learned at university to real situations, develop professional skills, and understand what kind of career suits me best. Continuing my studies is also a valuable option, especially for a career that requires a higher qualification. A master’s degree could provide deeper knowledge and may create better opportunities in the future. However, I would prefer to gain some work experience first and then decide whether further study is necessary. Taking a gap year to travel could help me relax, become more independent, and learn about different cultures. However, it can be expensive, and a long break may make it harder to return to study or start a career. Therefore, getting a job is the most suitable option for me because it offers experience, income, and career development. I could still travel during holidays and consider postgraduate study later.

Main response: Workplace stress can be caused by several common factors. First, low salaries can create financial pressure, especially when the cost of living is high. Employees may feel that their effort is not properly rewarded, which can reduce motivation and job satisfaction. Second, tight deadlines are a major source of stress. When workers have too many tasks and not enough time, they may need to work overtime, skip breaks, or constantly worry about unfinished work. Over time, this can lead to exhaustion and lower productivity. Third, lack of support from managers or colleagues can make stressful situations worse. Employees may feel isolated if they cannot ask for help, receive clear instructions, or discuss problems openly. To reduce stress, workplaces need reasonable workloads, fair communication, and a supportive working environment. Follow-up 1: Employers can set realistic deadlines, provide enough staff, offer flexible working arrangements, recognize employees’ efforts, and provide mental-health or counseling support. Follow-up 2: Stress can reduce concentration and productivity, cause conflict, increase absenteeism, and affect both physical and mental well-being. Follow-up 3: I think both sides have responsibilities. Employers should create healthy working conditions, while employees should manage their time, communicate problems early, and maintain healthy habits.