Write an article (150 - 180 words) about the pros and cons of self-study. 

You can use the outline with useful expressions below to help you. 

1. Introduction:

- Independent learning often involves self-study - learning at home without a teacher. 

- Let’s look at …

2. Body paragraphs: 

- First (of all), self-study gives / makes learners … Secondly, … Finally, …

- On the other hand, … In addition … For example,... Finally,... 

3. Conclusion: 

- In conclusion, self-study has both …

- Learners should understand both ...

Write a letter (140 - 170 words) to request information about the course in an advertisement. 

Advertisement about a vocational school and its tour guide training courses. 

Want to be a tour guide? 

Are you over 18 and interested in traveling and exploring different cultures? 

Apply to SGV Vocational School. We provide tour guide training courses all year round. 

- No qualifications needed

- Low cost

- Apprenticeship provided

If you need more information, please contact us at

Email: sgvvocational@gmail.com

Address: 100 New Street, Binh An City

Here is the outline with tips to help you. 

1. Greeting: 

   Example: Dear Sir or Madam,

2. Reason(s) for writing: 

   Example: I would like to have more information about … / I am writing to enquire about …

3. Enquiries (one paragraph for each of the things you want to ask about using linking words or phrases)

   Example: First, I would like to know … / In addition, I wonder if … / I would appreciate it if you could tell me … / It would be great if you … 

4. Closing line

   Example: I look forward to hearing from you / receiving your reply. 

5. Signature

   Example: Yours sincerely / Yours faithfully

Minh

TEST 12

Speaking ticket 12A

Ask your partner some questions.

What are you going to do this weekend?

Are you going somewhere tomorrow?

How are you going home after the test?

What film are you going to watch tonight?

Who are you going to have dinner with tonight?

Speaking ticket 12B

Answer your partner’s questions.

Ask your partner some questions.

Where are you going to go after class?

What are you going to do tomorrow?

Are you going to visit your grandparents at the weekend?

Are you going to watch a film tonight?

Where are you going to have dinner tonight?

Write a paragraph of 100-120 words about "what skills do you think will be helpful for a university student? Why?, using suggested ideas:

- Time management

+ Manage workload and complete tasks on time especially

+ Create detailed plans to avoid missing any tasks or deadlines

+ Prioritize important things related to the study

- Budgeting

+ Prioritize essential costs from tuition and books to social activities and personal needs

+ Set the foundation for good financial habits that will benefit students throughout their lives.

+ Set aside money for unexpected expenses, such as medical emergencies or urgent travel, reducing financial stress during challenging times.

- Communication skills

+ Easily express ideas both verbally and in writing, listen to others and understand instructions and information

Help students have more relationships so that they can learn and work effectively in groups with others

-Teamwork skills

+ Build positive relationships with others and collaborate effectively when working in groups or

teams

+ Improve the overall quality of the team's work if being able to work in a team well

Write a paragraph of 100-120 words about "What job do you want in the future?

What qualifications, skills and experience do you need to have?, using suggested ideas: * Qualifications: need to have a university dregree in...... at ..university.

- Skills:

Communication skills

+ Easily express ideas both verbally and in writing, listen to others and understand instructions and information

+ Help students have more relationships so that they can learn and work effectively in groups with others

-Teamwork skills

+ Build positive relationships with others and collaborate effectively when working in groups or

teams

+ Improve the overall quality of the team's work if being able to work in a team well

- Organizational skills

+ Organize work to make it easier to access and review through making to-do lists and color-coding

notes.

+ Have a clear plan of how to approach studying and know how to prioritize tasks and manage time so that all important work is completed and all goals are met.

* Experience: have a part-time job in different companies, do some research related to the job, apply for internships at a variety of companies, do volunteer work, and ask for advice from people who have deep knowledge about the job