Speaking

1. SPEAKING Why do people go abroad to work? Think of at least three reasons.

(Tại sao mọi người ra nước ngoài làm việc? Hãy nghĩ về ít nhất ba lý do)

Answer:

There are several reasons why people go abroad to work. Some of them are:

1. Economic reasons: Many people go abroad to work because they can earn more money than in their home country. This is particularly true for people from developing countries who may not have many job opportunities or may be paid low wages in their home country.

2. Educational opportunities: Some people go abroad to work because they want to gain new skills or knowledge that may not be available in their home country. They may want to learn a new language, study at a prestigious university, or gain work experience in a particular field.

3. Adventure and cultural experiences: For some people, going abroad to work is a chance to experience new cultures, meet new people, and see new places. They may want to explore a new country, try new foods, and learn about different ways of life.

2. SPEAKING Compare and contrast the photos of people working abroad. What are the people doing?

(So sánh và đối chiếu những bức ảnh của những người làm việc ở nước ngoài. Mọi người đang làm gì?)

Answer:

Comparison:

Both photos show individuals who have gone abroad to work.

In both photos, the women are engaged in physical labor.

Contrast:

The jobs in the photos are very different. In Picture A, the woman is a waitress, working in the food service industry, while in Picture B, the woman is a farmer, working in agriculture.

Picture A shows a woman working indoors, while Picture B shows a woman working outdoors in a field.

The woman in Picture A is dressed in a uniform, while the woman in Picture B is wearing more casual clothing that is appropriate for farm work.

The two photos have different backgrounds, with Picture A showing a restaurant setting, while Picture B shows a rural agricultural landscape.

The woman in Picture A is not wearing a hat, while the woman in Picture B is wearing a hat, likely to protect her from the sun while working outside.

Speaking Strategy

Make sure that you refer to all of the points in the task. You may need to move the conversation on in order to cover all of the topics. Use phrases like:

Moving on to the question of...

Another thing I wanted to ask / know is...

Something else I'd like to talk about is...

Could I ask you about... ?

Speaking of X, ... (if X has been mentioned)

That reminds me. ... (if there is a link with something you want to say or ask)

3. Read the Speaking Strategy above and the task below. Then listen to a student doing the task. Which phrases from the strategy does she use?

(Đọc Chiến lược nói ở trên và nhiệm vụ bên dưới. Sau đó nghe một học sinh làm bài. Cô ấy sử dụng những cụm từ nào trong chiến lược?)

You have moved to the UK and are looking for work. You have seen a job advert for hotel staff. Discuss the job with the hotel manager. Cover these four points:

* Responsibilities

* Personal qualities required

* Hours of work and salary

* If accommodation is included

Answer:

HS tự thực hiện.

4. KEY PHRASES Listen again. Complete the questions that the student asked with the phrases below.

(Lắng nghe một lần nữa. Hoàn thành các câu hỏi mà học sinh hỏi với các cụm từ dưới đây)

Indirect questions

Could you tell me... ?

I was wondering...

I'd like to know... (x 2)

May l ask... ?

I'd be interested to know...

1... if I could discuss it with you.

2... what the job involves.

3... what I would be doing in the restaurant?

4... when I would start and finish work exactly.

5... what the salary is?

6 ... if accommodation is included.

Answer:

HS tự thực hiện.

LEARN THIS! Indirect questions

a. We often use indirect questions to sound more polite in formal situations. They begin with phrases like the ones in exercise 4.

Could you tell me what the time is?

b. We use if or whether to turn a yes / no question into an indirect question.

Is accommodation included?

I'd like to know if accommodation is included.

c. In an indirect question, the word order and verb form are the same as ina direct statement.

Is the job well paid? — Could you tell me if the job is well paid?

5. Read the Learn this! box. Why does the student choose to use indirect questions in exercise 4?

(Đọc Tìm hiểu điều này! hộp. Vì sao ở bài tập 4 học sinh chọn cách dùng câu gián tiếp?)

Answer:

The student uses indirect questions in exercise 4 to ask about the job responsibilities, personal qualities required, hours of work and salary, and whether accommodation is included in a polite and formal way. By using phrases like "Could you tell me," "I was wondering," and "I'd like to know," the student shows respect and politeness in their conversation with the hotel manager.

6. Read the task below and think of at least six indirect questions that you could ask the café manager. Make sure you cover all four points in the task.

(Đọc bài tập dưới đây và nghĩ ra ít nhất sáu câu hỏi gián tiếp mà bạn có thể hỏi người quản lý quán cà phê. Hãy chắc chắn rằng bạn bao gồm tất cả bốn điểm trong nhiệm vụ)

Could you tell me what the job involves?

You are looking for a holiday part-time job. You have seen a job advert for waiters and kitchen staff in a café. Discuss the job with the manager of the café. Cover these four points:

* Responsibilities

* Experience required

* Your personal qualities

* Hours of work and salary

Answer:

1. Could you tell me what specific responsibilities the waiters and kitchen staff have in the café?

2. I was wondering what kind of experience is required to work as a waiter or kitchen staff in this café?

3. May I ask what personal qualities are most important for this job?

4. I'd like to know how many hours of work are required per week and what the schedule would be like?

5. I'd be interested to know what the starting salary is for this job?

6. Could you tell me if there are any opportunities for advancement within the café for part-time staff?

7. Work in pairs. Swap the questions you wrote in exercise 6 and write answers to them. Use the phrases in exercises 4 to help you.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Hoán đổi các câu hỏi bạn đã viết trong bài tập 6 và viết câu trả lời cho chúng. Sử dụng các cụm từ trong bài tập 4 để giúp bạn)

Could you tell me what the job involves?

— It involves greeting customers and taking orders.

— Sometimes you will have to work in the kitchen.

Answer:

I'd like to know what experience is required for this job.

• Previous experience in a café or restaurant is preferred, but not essential.

May I ask what personal qualities you are looking for in candidates?

• We are looking for someone who is friendly, reliable, and able to work well under pressure.

I'd be interested to know what the hours of work are and what the salary is.

• The hours of work are flexible, but usually, you will be required to work on weekends. The salary is competitive and depends on experience.

I was wondering if there are any training opportunities available.

• Yes, we provide training for all new staff members.

Could you tell me if there is any staff accommodation available?

• Unfortunately, we do not provide accommodation for our staff.

8. SPEAKING Take turns to do the task in exercise 6. Use the questions and answers you prepared in exercises 7.

(Lần lượt làm bài tập 6. Sử dụng câu hỏi và câu trả lời đã chuẩn bị ở bài tập 7)

I saw a job advert for ... and I was wondering if I could discuss it with you.

Answer:

I'm interested in the waiter or kitchen staff positions. Could you tell me what the job involves?

• Certainly. As a waiter, your main responsibility would be to greet customers, take their orders, and serve them. You would also need to keep the tables clean and tidy. As a kitchen staff, you would be responsible for preparing food and ensuring that the kitchen is kept clean and organized.

That sounds interesting. What experience is required for these positions?

• For the waiter position, we prefer candidates with previous experience in customer service or hospitality. For the kitchen staff position, previous experience in a similar role would be an advantage, but it's not essential. We provide training for all new employees.

I see. What personal qualities do you think are important for these positions?

• Good communication skills, being able to work in a team, and a positive attitude are all important qualities for both positions. As a waiter, you should also be friendly and have good customer service skills.

That makes sense. And what are the hours of work and the salary for these positions?

• We have flexible hours for both positions, but the café is open from 8 am to 6 pm. The salary will depend on your experience and performance, but it starts at £8.50 per hour.

Thanks for letting me know. One more thing, I'd be interested to know if accommodation is included.

• I'm sorry, but we don't provide accommodation for our employees. However, we can recommend some affordable options in the area.

Thanks for your time and for answering all my questions. I'll definitely consider applying for one of these positions.