VSTEP SPEAKING PART 1

TEST 1

A. LET’S TALK ABOUT HOBBIES

1. What do you do in your spare time?

When I have free time, I often do some aquatic sports like swimming and scuba

driving. In the summer time, going to swim is a great source of entertainment

because the temperature would probably be reduced when being under water.

Moreover, this kind of relaxing keeps me a good shape and it is beneficial for my

digestion. After practicing in the pool, I feel like the food is tastier.

2. Do you prefer spending your time alone or with others?

Frankly, I find it preferable to spare my time alone. Having a private time, I am

not bothered so I can entertain myself. I am a great lover of quiet, thus, I can

rethink about what I’ve done in a day, which was correct or which required an

adjustment. It’s a good way for me to perfect myself.

3. What are good hobbies and bad hobbies?

I have numerous healthy hobbies, besides many bad ones. In terms of my good

favorite activities, doing housework is well-done by me when I have spare time. I

like tidying up my room, rearranging the bookcase, washing and ironing the

clothes and cooking. Concerning the unhealthy hobbies, I think I absorb a lot of

fast food which can make me be overweighed.

B. LET’S TALK ABOUT PETS

1. What’s your favorite pet?

My enjoyable pet is dog which is known as the most intelligent and loyal domestic

animal. When playing with dog, I feel relaxed and funny, especially with tiny

breed dogs. Dog play an essential role in keeping the house protected and they are

friendly with the nice guests.

2. Do you have a pet at home?

Teddy is the dog which has been fostered by my family for 7 years. Teddy is such

a lovely guy that every guest visiting my house adore her so much. She has a

white-yellow feather and light eyes. When I am happy or sad, she seems to know

it and she also tries to share with my feelings by sitting next to me and glaring at

me. Teddy is not only the beloved member in my family but she is also a

safeguard of my house. She protects my house at night and waits everyone coming

back home from work.

3. What are the benefits of keeping pets?

Pet’s upbringing is advantageous because it is a helpful way of entertainment.

Talking to pets or taking care of them would be funny which release the burden of

a day. That their extinct functions support house owners in protecting the house is

the second merit. Dogs are loyal housekeepers, cats are skillful mice-catchers and

birds are constant informers.

TEST 2

A. LET’S TALK ABOUT FRUITS

1. Do you like fruits? Why?

Fruits are my passion and I enjoy fruits every day. Undeniably, the benefits of

fruits are numerous, including provide people with energy and nutrition. As far as

I concerned, eating more fruits makes us look younger and keeps our skin be more

energetic so I absorb as many as I can. Fruits also helps me refresh my mind and

they are the best choice in the summer days, when the thirsty feeling causes me to

be dead exhausted.

2. What’s your favorite fruit?

I am fond of such fruits including a lot of vitamin C as oranges, five-star fruits, or

pomelos. As the proverbs goes, “An apple a day keeps doctors away”, these kinds

of fruits will strengthen me by supplying immune elements, especially when I am

sick or I catch a cold. They also have a good effect on my brain while I storm it.

They motivate me to find out more interesting ideas and create an exciting

emotion when doing research.

3. How important is fruit to your health?

Fruits are supportive for both physical and mental health. We can keep fit and

have a beautiful skin by increasing fruits input. They also do good to immunity

system because of nutrient elements in fruits. Eating more fruits is likely to wake

up our minds, hence, more ideas would be flashed out interestingly.

B. LET’S TALK ABOUT MEALS OF THE DAY

1. What’s your favorite meal of the day?

I am into the breakfast which gives me a dynamic start of a new day. It is the

most well-prepared meal, often with rice or bread and pork meat or eggs. After

having the main food, I drink a cup of milk and have a few fruits. This fully

nutrient provision makes me feel confident and active in my work during

morning.

2. Do you cook it or someone else does it for you?

I propose that “Eating your breakfast likes doings of a King” so I cook the

breakfast myself. It is fresher because the food is washed, clean and is not the

remains. Secondly, it is reasonable and I can save money for other activities.

Above all, I can take care of my family by self-prepared breakfast when

everyone can have happy moments before working.

3. What times are good to have meals?

At breakfast time, between 6 A.M to 8 A.M when out body could absorb the

nutrition significantly after long hours sleeping at night, it is beneficial for our

digestion. The lunch should be at 11 A.M to 12.30 A.M and the suitable

timetable for dinner is between 6 P.M to 8 P.M

TEST 3

A. Let’s talk about parks

1. Do you like to go to the park?

I am passionate about going to park, especially at the breaking dawn. My local park is

spacious and very clean. There are many kind of fauna and flora in here which are

alluring in the morning. When I go jogging in the park every morning, I can enjoy the

beauty of the scene and absorb fresh air. All these marvelous things make me love the

nature more and also close me to the natural environment.

2. Do people go to park in your area?

Green Park is a favorite destination of my local residents so they always have great

moments at here. The senior goes jogging around the lake and sitting at like side to enjoy

the shade of big trees, as well as the cool wind in the summer. The couples find it

preferable to contemplate the romantic atmosphere in the park and the children are

interested in the large space with many games.

3. What make a good park?

Firstly, a great park should be clean and green. Trees and flowers should be cultivated

and the paths in the park are tied up without rubbish. The facilities should also be

modernized with the area for children, the coffee house for food and drinks and the area

for doing exercises. The safety in the park should be well assured and the ambulance

service should be available.

B. Let’s talk about neighbors

1. Do you know people who live next door to you?

My house is located in the countryside and the relationship with neighbors is close-knit.

We share with others when being in trouble or being happy and we are willing to assist

each other. Every member on my stress lives harmoniously and the face interaction is a

funny routine.

2. Do you get on well with your neighbors?

I get along well with my neighbors who I consider as my fellows. They adore me because

I am a young devoted tutor in the area. They often bring their children to my house at

weekends and I teach the kids English. I also give feedback to their parents and give them

advice for their children’s orientation.

3. In what way are neighbors helpful?

The neighbors would be nice if they can sympathize and forgive others. When

understanding others’ situation and sharing with their difficulties, almost misunderstood

things could be solved and a hospitable atmosphere is created. They can avoid conflict

then the union in a small community contributes to a united society.

TEST 4

A. Let’s talk about house

1. Do you live in a house or a flat?

I live in a private house which is large and well equipped. My house has a big yard in

front of and many trees are planted around. My father is a fan of taking care of trees and

birds so he cultivates them himself. My 3-floor house is installed such modern facilities

as air-conditioner each room, refrigerators, washing machines, ovens,… which create a

convenient living space.

2. What are some advantages of living in an apartment?

The benefits of being tenant in an apartment outweigh its drawbacks. First of all, the

security in a living tower is taken on priority because the safeguards are on duty all the

time. The second advantages of living in an apartment is the convenience. The

supermarket is opened right at the entrance door thus residents can purchase the food

items whenever they are on demand. Despite the small size of a flat and the restriction in

communicating with neighbors, living in a department is worthwhile because of its

comforts.

3. Can you describe your dream house?

Actually, my dream house is same as my house which I live in now. It will be a spacious

one with a big yard in front of. The trees are planted around and a wooden hedge with

roses set on two sides of the path, from gate to the main door. It would be well-equipped

with fashionable facilities and the atmosphere brings the convenience to every member.

Especially, a giant bookcase will be placed in the living room and the books will be

arranged logically.

B. Let’s talk about travelling

1. Do you like travelling?

I am crazy about travelling and when I am free, I often enjoy back-packaged short tours

with my friends. It’d a reasonable kind of entertainment because we do not have to pay

the fees for transportation’s tickets or travel agency. My favorite quote is “Travel

broadens our minds” so the more I experience, the more I gain

2. Do you like travelling alone or with others?

As the proverb goes “The more the merrier”, I like travelling with a team which consist

of my close friends. We can share the happy moment together, take care of each other or

experience new things with others beloved guys. When getting into trouble, we often give

others’ a helping hand during the tour or we often have discussion prior to make a

decision.

3. What do you often do on your holiday?

I spare the relaxing time on my holiday to contemplate the sceneries. The beauty of

nature entertains me and it also inspires me significantly. In my holiday, I enjoy the

special taste of different cuisine and I take photograph of each meal. I grasp these

chances to meet local residents who are friendly and humorous.

TEST 5

A. Let’s talk about movies

1. Do you like watching movies?

I am a big fan of watching movies, but frankly, I am very busy with a tight schedule so I

do not have much time for this kind of entertainment. After working hours, I am dead

exhausted and I go to sleep instead of turning on film channels. I go to the movie theater

once in a blue moon, often with my siblings.

2. What kind of movies do you like? Why?

I find it enjoyable to watch romantic films. The smooth pilot with sweet scenes are

amazing inspiration for audiences who are in love. I like the face expression of characters

in these films which is absolutely emotional and touching. Sometimes, I find myself in

the main actress and the meaningful hidden message makes romantic film be

unforgettable.

3. Do you prefer watching films on TV on at home or at the

cinema?

Perhaps watching at the cinema is more preferable, just because pf a large screen. The

images seem to be more authentic and the sound is likely to be more attractive. Thanks to

modern technological devices, at the cinema, the audience can have real experience with

3-D or 5-D films, which drives viewers’ curiosity.

B. Let’s talk about learning languages

1. What foreign language (s) do you study?

My major language is English which I have been studying for 13 years. It’s my favorite

language and I decided to pursuit my dream of becoming an English teacher when I was a

small girl. Besides English, I have registered a 6-month Japanese but they are not as good

as I expected.

2. Do you think that English is the most important language/

international language?

We are living in a global village and the universal integration requires us to know more

than only one language. In my opinion, English will be the most essential international

language and everyone uses it as the most popular language in communication. However,

such others pictographic languages as Chinese or Japanese or Korean will gain their

popularity in the future.

3. What do you find it difficult about studying languages?

The most difficult skill when learning a language is speaking, I think. The pronunciation

and intonation, as well as each word’s stress cause learners many trouble. Only when a

learner can speak fluently could he listen precisely to the accent of speakers. When

speaking, the grammatical structures and vocabularies are offered to be used flexibly,

which is troublesome.