Speaking

1. SPEAKING Which items from below can you see in the photos?

(Bạn có thể nhìn thấy những món đồ nào dưới đây trong các bức ảnh?)

In the house

bedside table bookcase bunk bed curtains cushion double bed

duvet fridge hook kitchen cupboard lamp pillow

Answer:

Compare and contrast the photos of student accommodation and say which you would prefer to live in.

2. Read the task above and the Speaking Strategy 1. Then listen to a student doing the task. Which room does she prefer? Does she use any linking words when contrasting the photos?

(Đọc nhiệm vụ trên và Chiến lược Nói 1. Sau đó lắng nghe một học sinh thực hiện nhiệm vụ. Cô ấy thích phòng nào hơn? Cô ấy có sử dụng bất kỳ từ liên kết nào khi đối chiếu các bức ảnh không?)

Speaking Strategy 1

When contrasting photos, use a variety of linking words such as while, whereas, but, although, however, despite.

While / Whereas the room in photo A is quite small, the room in photo B is more spacious.

The room in photo A has got a wide window. However, it does not look as bright as the room in photo B.

I'd prefer to live in the flat, but it would be more expensive.

Answer:

HS tự thực hiện.

3. Choose the best linking words to complete the sentences. Then listen again and check your answers.

(Chọn các từ liên kết tốt nhất để hoàn thành các câu. Sau đó nghe lại và kiểm tra câu trả lời của bạn)

1. Photo A is of a room in a hostel, I think, unless / whereas the second shows a small flat.

2. There are bunk beds in the room in the hostel, but / when the other room has got a double bed.

3. While / When photo A shows a rather untidy room, the room in photo B is very tidy.

4. The room in the hostel looks quite cosy. However, / Whereas the furniture looks a bit old and worn out.

5. I like the idea of sharing with other students, although / despite the lack of privacy.

Answer:

1. Photo A is of a room in a hostel, whereas the second shows a small flat.

2. There are bunk beds in the room in the hostel, whereas the other room has got a double bed.

3. While photo A shows a rather untidy room, the room in photo B is very tidy.

4. The room in the hostel looks quite cosy. However, the furniture looks a bit old and worn out.

5. I like the idea of sharing with other students, despite the lack of privacy.

In his / her gap year, a friend is going to spend three months studying English at a British university. He / She can stay with a host family or in university accommodation with other foreign students. Your friend asks you for advice on the best option. Discuss these points:

* Convenience and cost

* Social life

* Opportunities to practise your English

* Getting to know Britain and British culture

4. Read the task above. For each of the four points, think of one advantage of staying with a host family and one advantage of staying in university accommodation.

(Đọc nhiệm vụ trên. Đối với mỗi điểm trong bốn điểm, hãy nghĩ về một lợi thế khi ở với gia đình bản xứ và một lợi thế khi ở trong ký túc xá của trường đại học)

From the point of view of location and convenience, the university accommodation would be better because....

From the point of view of cost, a host family would be better because ...

Answer:

Convenience and cost:

• Advantage of university accommodation: University accommodation is often located close to the university campus, which makes it convenient for attending classes and participating in university activities. Additionally, university accommodation is typically priced reasonably compared to private accommodation in the same location.

• Advantage of staying with a host family: Staying with a host family may be cheaper compared to university accommodation. Host families may offer meals, which can save money on food expenses. Additionally, staying with a host family may provide the opportunity to experience living in a British household and culture.

Social life:

• Advantage of university accommodation: Staying in university accommodation with other foreign students provides the opportunity to socialize with people from diverse backgrounds, and make new friends from different cultures. This can be especially beneficial for those who are new to the country and looking to make connections.

• Advantage of staying with a host family: Staying with a host family may provide the opportunity to socialize with the host family and their extended family or friends, and learn about British culture through firsthand experience. This can also help to develop a deeper understanding of the culture and language.

Opportunities to practice your English:

• Advantage of university accommodation: Staying in university accommodation with other foreign students can provide the opportunity to practice English with other non-native speakers. However, this may limit the opportunity to practice with native speakers.

• Advantage of staying with a host family: Staying with a host family may provide more opportunities to practice English with native speakers, as well as develop a more natural and fluent use of the language.

Getting to know Britain and British culture:

• Advantage of university accommodation: Staying in university accommodation can provide access to resources such as university events, cultural activities, and tourist attractions that can help to learn about Britain and British culture.

• Advantage of staying with a host family: Staying with a host family can provide a more immersive experience of British culture and customs, as well as the opportunity to learn about local customs and traditions that may not be readily available through university events or tourist attractions.

5. Listen to two students doing the task. Did they mention any of your ideas from exercise 4? Do you agree with their opinions? Why? / Why not?

(Nghe hai học sinh làm bài. Họ có đề cập đến bất kỳ ý tưởng nào của bạn từ bài tập 4 không? Bạn có đồng ý với ý kiến ​​​​của họ? Tại sao? / Tại sao không?)

Answer:

HS tự thực hiện.

Speaking Strategy 2

When giving your opinion, you will have to think as you speak. Learn phrases that create time for you to formulate opinions. They will also make you sound more fluent.

6. KEY PHRASES Read Speaking Strategy 2. Then complete the phrases with the words below.

(Đọc Speaking Strategy 2. Sau đó hoàn thành các cụm từ với các từ bên dưới)

considered else point see suppose thinking

Phrases for gaining time

Let me (1) ______________.

(2) ______________ about it, ...

All things (3) ______________

I (4) ______________ the thing is,...

What (5) ______________? Well,...

That's a good (6) ______________.

Answer:

Phrases for gaining time

Let me (1) see.

(2) Thinking about it, ...

All things (3) considered

I (4) suppose the thing is,...

What (5) else? Well,...

That's a good (6) point.

7. Listen again to both answers. Which phrases from exercise 6 did the students use?

(Nghe lại cả hai câu trả lời. Học sinh đã sử dụng những cụm từ nào trong bài tập 6?)

Answer:

HS tự thực hiện.

In your gap year, you are going to spend three months in the UK studying English. You are looking for a flat to rent. Ask your friend for advice. Discuss these points:

* Location

* Cost

* Meals

* Sharing with other students

8. SPEAKING Work in pairs. Read the task above and make notes for each of the four points that you have to cover. Do the task in exercise 7.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Đọc nhiệm vụ trên và ghi chú cho từng điểm trong số bốn điểm mà bạn phải giải quyết. Làm bài tập 7)

Answer:

Location: Ask for advice on where to rent a flat in the UK for studying English. Consider factors such as proximity to the language school, transportation options, and safety.

Cost: Ask for advice on the average cost of renting a flat in the UK, and the typical costs associated with renting such as utilities and internet.

Meals: Ask for advice on the availability of meal options near the flat, such as supermarkets, restaurants, and cafes. Also, consider the cost of meals and the possibility of cooking in the flat.

Sharing with other students: Ask for advice on the pros and cons of sharing a flat with other students. Consider factors such as socializing opportunities, noise levels, and the potential for conflicts.