VSTEP Speaking Đề Thi HNUE 19/9 (2)

1) I eat at restaurants about once or twice a month. I usually go when I meet friends, celebrate a special occasion, or simply do not have time to cook. I do not eat out too often because home-cooked food is usually cheaper and healthier. 2) I like casual restaurants that serve Vietnamese or Asian food. I prefer places with a relaxed atmosphere, reasonable prices, and a menu with several choices. I do not need a very luxurious restaurant as long as the food is fresh and tasty. 3) In my opinion, a good restaurant needs three things: good food, friendly service, and a clean environment. Reasonable prices are also important. Even if the food is delicious, I may not return if the staff are rude or the restaurant is dirty. A comfortable atmosphere and quick service can make the whole dining experience much better.

1) I use the Internet every day, probably for several hours in total. I use it on my phone and laptop throughout the day for study, communication, entertainment, and practical tasks. 2) I mainly use the Internet to search for information, study English, watch educational videos, send messages, read the news, and use social media. I also use online services for banking, shopping, maps, and booking tickets when necessary. 3) The Internet makes daily life much more convenient. For example, I can find information in seconds, communicate with people who live far away, and study from online materials without going to a library. It also saves time because many services can be completed online. However, I try to control my screen time because spending too much time online can reduce concentration and affect sleep.

I would choose a novel as a gift for my friend. A good novel can be entertaining, relaxing, and easy to enjoy during free time. It can also be a meaningful gift if I choose a story that matches my friend’s interests, for example a mystery, romance, fantasy, or adventure novel. A self-help book could be useful because it may give practical advice about study, work, habits, or personal development. However, it can be difficult to choose the right one because my friend may not be interested in that topic, and some self-help books can feel too serious for a gift. A biography is another interesting option. It can be inspiring because readers can learn from the life and experiences of a successful or famous person. Still, the book would only be suitable if my friend is interested in that particular person. Overall, I would choose a novel because it is the safest and most enjoyable option. I can personalize the gift by selecting a genre or author that my friend already likes.

Main response: University students need to develop several important skills in addition to academic knowledge. First, communication skills are essential because students need to express ideas clearly, ask questions, give presentations, and interact with lecturers, classmates, and future employers. Good communication also helps students build professional relationships. Second, time-management skills are important because university students often have many assignments, exams, extracurricular activities, and personal responsibilities. Students who can set priorities and plan their time are more likely to meet deadlines and avoid unnecessary stress. Third, teamwork and problem-solving skills are valuable because many university projects and future jobs require people to work with others. Students need to listen to different opinions, divide tasks fairly, solve conflicts, and find practical solutions when problems occur. Overall, these skills help students perform better at university and prepare for their future careers. Follow-up 1: Universities can organize workshops, group projects, presentations, internships, and career activities that allow students to practise these skills. Follow-up 2: I think communication skills are especially important because employees need to explain ideas, cooperate with colleagues, and deal with clients in almost every profession. Follow-up 3: Students can join clubs, volunteer, work part-time, take internships, organize events, and participate in team projects outside class.