Các bài viết mẫu WRITING Đề thi tiếng Anh B1

WRITING B1 SĐH HỌC PHẦN 3
WRITING TASK 1: LETTERS
Ex. 5.1/52: Write a letter responding to John.
… It’s nice to hear you had a great time visiting your grandparents in the
countryside last weekend. How did you go there? What did you do? How did you
feel about the visit? I’d like to travel there some time. …
Sample answer (125 words)
Hi John,
Thanks for your letter. How are you? I hope you are fine. As you know, I had a great
time visiting my grandparents last weekend. I’m going to tell you about it.
My parents and I went to the countryside by car because we carried a lot of things.
We stayed there for 2 days and we did many activities such as going fishing,
swimming in the river, catching fish and crabs in the fields and small irrigation
canals, and picking fruits and vegetables. I felt very happy and relaxed when I
visited my grandparents and relatives after a long time. I hope that one day I will
take you to my village.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Loves,
Long


Ex. 5.2/52: Write a letter responding to Henry.
… I’m happy to hear that you have got a new job in a school as a teacher. What
was your first class? How did you feel? How are your students? …
Sample answer (136 words)
Dear Henry,
Thanks for your letter. How are you? I hope you are fine. As you know, I’ve got a
new job in a high school as a teacher for 2 weeks. I’m going to tell you about it.
Well, I began to teach my first class in the new school 2 weeks ago and it was
wonderful. I taught English for a class of 35 students in grade 11. When I first came
into the class, I felt a little nervous. However, after my introduction and making

acquaintance, I really comfortable and happy because my students were very
friendly and nice. They have also been studying very studiously. I love them very
much.
If you have time, tell me about your present job. I look forward to hearing from
you soon.
Lots of loves,
Ly


WRITING TASK 2: BALANCED-ARGUMENT ESSAYS
Tele-working/55,56,57,58,59
In recent years the vast expansion of information and communication technology
had made tele-working more practical. Some are interested in this new way of
working, while others do not think about it positively. The arguments surrounding
the issue of working from home will be examined in this essay.
Allowing workers to work from home is favored for some reasons. Firstly, costs for
employers would be reduced because businesses would require less office space,
and this is often situated in the center of large cities. Secondly, workers’ life would
be improved in many different ways. They could also combine their work with their
family life, especially when they have young children or old people to look after.
Finally, they would not need to travel to get to work, so they get more free time for
relaxation.
To some people, working from home is not always a good choice. Workers would
miss the social communication such as seeing colleagues and meeting customers. In
many cases, tele-workers become depressed after a time of working alone with the
computer. Besides, supervising tele-workers is more complicated than supervising
workers in the same office.
In conclusion, I believe that although many workers welcome the opportunity to go
out to work, others would find the chance to work from home very convenient.
Where possible, I think workers should be offered the choice, but not forced to work

from home unless they wish to. (236 words)


3a/56
Many parents think teachers should give students homework every day, but some
others are against the idea. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Sample writing
Homework has been an indispensable activity during students’ learning process.
Many parents believe that teachers should give students homework every day.
However, some others oppose this idea. These both views will be discussed in this
essay before arriving at a conclusion.
Daily homework is in favor of several parents for some benefits. First, it helps to
review their lessons. Studies have suggested that learners need to be exposed to a
piece of information for a certain number of times in order for them to remember it.
Second, homework also helps set up students’ habit of self-study, gradually students
can learn how to manage their time to complete their duty.
On the other hand, there are also reasons why other people are against daily
homework for students. First of all, if students have to do homework every day, they
may feel fed up with their study because they do not have time to relax, to entertain
themselves or to do other things necessary in their daily life. Besides, too much
homework may affect students’ health. In fact, when they have to sit at their table
studying with piles of homework every day, they will become tired, and even have
some problems with their back, eyes, and head. The feeling of not completing the
assignment, of being scolded or punished by their teachers, and of losing face may
gradually make students become depressed, which is very dangerous for
themselves.
In my opinion, homework is good in students’ learning process. However, because of
its negative effects, teachers should consider how much homework and how often
to assign it. Outside the school, students need to have time to relax and to live their
own lives beyond their study. So, teachers should not give students, especially

children, too much homework every day. (296 words)


3b/56
Some people believe that young people nowadays have a more stressful life than
previous generations, while some others support the opposing view point. Discuss
the issue and give your opinion.
With the advancement of modern technology, life seems to be more complicated in
today’s world. Many people believe that the youth in modern time suffer more
stressful life than previous generations. However, others have opposing viewpoints.
In this essay, the two sides of the issue will be discussed.


PRACTICE/59: Read the following text about taking care of old people.
It has been common in some countries that old people live in the retirement
houses. In some other countries, it is not acceptable for children to let their old
parents live in such places.
Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss both views and give your opinion.
Taking care of the old people is the major concerns of individuals. In some countries,
it is popular that the elderly are arranged to live in retirement houses while in other
countries, it is unacceptable for children to let their old parents live in such places.
Both views on how to take care of old people will be discussed in this essay.
In some Western countries, old people usually live in retirement houses because of
several reasons. Firstly, the elderly are taken are better in retirement houses than at
home because their children are too busy with their work and spent little time for
their old parents. Secondly, in retirement houses, it is easy for old people to make
friends and talk to other people of the same age, so they are happier.
On the other hand, in Eastern countries, letting old people live in retirement houses
is unacceptable. In fact, according to these traditions and cultures, children are
responsible to look after their old parents. In addition, old people always want to live

with their children, transfer their experiences and help their children what they can
do. Therefore, they feel that they live a meaningful life with their children.
In conclusion, how to take care of old people is a controversial issue, and it depends
on each country or culture. However, I strongly believe that children should take
good care of their old parents at home because of their responsibility and love. (243
words)


WRITING PRACTICE TEST /61
Task 1: You have received an email from your father. He asked you about your
short training course overseas. Read part of his email below.
… I’m still worried about your life in a foreign country. What are some difficulties
you have had? Can you overcome them? How about your short training course? …
Write an email responding to your father.
Sample letter (150 words)
Daddy,
Thanks for your email. How are you? I hope you and family are fine. As you know, I
have taken my short training course in London for 2 weeks, and I’m going to tell
you about it.
When I first came here, I had many problems. Because it was the first time I went
abroad, I got very homesick. In addition, my English is not good, so I have difficulty
talking to people around and understanding the lessons.
However, I gradually overcome these problems. Now, I felt less homesick because I
have to concentrate on my study. My English is also improved a lot for I practice
speaking it every day. About my training course, I’ve learned a lot of knowledge
and useful skills.
Don’t worry about me anymore, Dad. I get used to life and study here. I look
forward to seeing you and family soon.
Love,
X

Task 2: Read the following extract about children doing paid work.
Sample writing
Doing part-time jobs has become more and more common among students these
days. Some people believe that children at secondary school should be allowed to do
some paid work to understand how hard to earn money. However, some others are
against this point of view. This essay will discuss both views of whether to allow
secondary students to have paid work or not.
That children at secondary level have a part-time job is supported for some reasons.
First of all, the children can learn a lot of social skills which are useful for their work
later and which make them more confident. Besides, they also have something to
add to their CV when they apply for a job in the future. Moreover, they know the
value of the money they earn, so they do not spend it wastefully. By the way, they
can somewhat share the financial burden with their family.
In contrast, some other people are against secondary students’ working to earn
money because they have their own arguments. First, the children may be so keen
on working and earning money that they cannot concentrate on their study. Second,
they may not have enough time to complete all the assignments and homework.
They may not have time to take enough rest; so they may be easy to get sick. Third,
secondary students are not mature enough to protect themselves from bad
behaviors or evils if they work outside the school or home.
In short, secondary students may have both benefits and problems when they take
part in a paid work. In my opinion, parents should allow their children to do parttime jobs if they want, but the parents should always keep an eye on their immature
children to make sure that everything is going well with the children. (299 words)

SPEAKING - PART 1
TOPIC 1: Let’s talk about Hobbies and Free time activities
1.What do you like to do in your free time?/What are your hobbies?
 In my free time, I like watching comedy movie because it helps me ralax

and reading books because it helps me winden knowledge.
2. How do you usually spend your weekend?
 My family and I usually go to the supermarket to buy the food for my
family on the weekend, then I will meet my friends to talk together.


3. Do you prefer to spend your free time alone or with other
people? Why?
 I like to spend my free time alone because I feel comfortable being alone
and I can do anything I like.
TOPIC 2: Let’s talk about Family and Friends
1. How large is your family?
 I come from a small family with 3 members, including my wife, my son
and me
2. What activities do you like do together with your family?
 Well, we love to cook, watching TV, and talk together about our day.
3. Who are you closest to in your family?
 I’m closest to my wife because she understands me. I can share
everything with her
4. Do you and your friends have similar interests?
My friends and I have similar interests are: play tenis, watching comedy
and reading books.


 TOPIC 3: Let’s talk about Hometown
1. Where do you come from?
 I come from Soc Trang city. Where there are many pagodas and famous
cake is Pia.
2. Do you like your hometown? Why?
 Of course I like my hometown because it’s where I was born and grew up

3. What do you like most about your hometown?
 I like the people most because they are friendly
4. What kind of jobs do the people in your town?
 Most of people in my hometown are farmers, some are workers and
some work in offices.
5. Do you think your hometown is a good place for young people?
Why?
 I don’t think so. Because my hometown only small city, so it isn’t easy to
find a job. It also There aren’t many places for relaxing, There aren’t many
good schools and universities with experienced teachers
TOPIC 4: Let’s talk about Neighbours and neighbourhood
1. Do you like your neighbour and neighbourhood?
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2. Are neighbours usually close to each other in your country?
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3. What is your neigborhood like
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4. What do you like most about it?
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5. Do you think it is important to have a good relationship with
your neighbours?


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TOPIC 5: Let’s talk about Work and Study
1. What is your job?
 I am a officer
2. Is there anything you dislike about your work?
 there is not anything I dislike about my work, I love my work. It helps
me improve communication skills
3. What is your typical working day?
 Well, I wake up at 6h00 in the morning, I have breakfast and go to work
at about 7h00. I start work at 7 and finish at 11h then I go home and
cook my lunch, then I take a short nap and start to work again at 1h15 to
5pm. I have dinner at home then go to the bed with my family.
4. What was your favourtite subject at school
 My favorite subject at school was Math Because it helps me become
carefully
TOPIC 6: Let’s talk about Clothes and Fashion
1. What type of clothes do you like to wear?
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2. Have you ever bought clothes online?
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3. How important is fashion to you?
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TOPIC 7: Let’s talk about Holidays and Festivals
1. What is your favorite holiday?
 My favorite holiday is Tet. I like Tet because it’s the time for family
reunion. I can enjoy traditional foods and receive best wishes and lucky
money.

2. What is the most popular holiday in your country?
 The most popular holiday in my country is Tet. In VN, everybody loves Tet
3. What is the most important traditional festival in your country?
 People usually clean houses, go shopping, travel, visit each other and so
on