51. Describe a program or app in your computer or phones

You should say:

What the app/program is When, where you found it How you use it

And how you feel about it

a. What the app/program is

Google Maps -> GPS app.

- Developed by Google -> tech giant.

- In addition to maps -> search engine, online videos.

b. When, where you found it

- "LẦY structure": sophomore -> in the middle of finals -> up to the ears w revision -> nerve-racking time for me -> let my hair down

- Surfing the net -> stumbled upon a program -> Google Earth -> navigational system -> explore views of different areas -> fascinating and hooked.

- Looked up -> had a app for phone -> downloaded.

c. How you use it

To find ambiguous addresses.

- Hanoi has a lot of streets -> I don't have a knack for memorisation.

- New street -> addresses are messed up.

-> the app comes in handy (useful).

d. And how you feel about it

A big fan of Google Maps:

- Technology -> state-of-the-art/ service -> speedy.

- Handy app to have -> a must-have for people who travel routinely.

52. Describe a situation that made you a little angry.

You should say:

· What it was that made you angry

· Where you were when this happened

· What you were doing at the time

· And explain why you felt angry.

a. What it was

- had a dispute with a friend -> money problems -> best buddy -> go way back -> knew him when I was knee-height to a grasshopper -> really upset when I fought with him

- borrowed money -> promised to pay back -> after a while didn't mention -> asked for it back -> said he didn't recall asking me for money

b + c. When + What

- "LẦY structure": sophomore -> in the middle of finals -> up to the ears w revision -> nerve-racking time for me -> all the more furious

d. Why angry

- angry because he was my best friend -> didn't deserve to be treated that way

53. Describe a (short) journey that you disliked

You should say:

· Where you went

· Who you went with

· What you did

· And explain why you disliked this journey

a. Where you went

- Danang - coastal city - Central VN -> 1 hour flight from Hanoi

- known for its beaches -> My Khe, one of the most immaculate beaches in the world

b. Who you went with

- best buddy - 10 years ago - knee-height to a grasshopper -> close-knit relationship

- travel enthusiast -> ask him to come along

c. What you did

- sightseeing -> mountains

- beaches -> go in for a swim

- local cuisine -> known for its seafood -> wanted to see what the fuss was all about

d. Why disliked

- locals were not very hospitable

- food did not live up to its expectations

- felt a bit underwhelmed

54. Describe an antique or an old object that your family has kept for a long time.

You should say:

· What it is

· How your family first got this thing

· How long your family has had it

· And explain why it is important

a. What it is

- a sabre -> long blade -> used to be razor sharp -> now rusty

- still has the original shaft

b. How your family first got this thing

- a gift granted/ bestowed by a king in the Ly Dynasty -> a reward/ recognition for significant contribution to the country -> cannot remember the recipient

c. How long your

- not sure -> first knew about it when I was knee-height to a grasshopper -> suppose a pretty long time

d. Why important

- act as a reminder of my family's glorious lineage -> take a lot of pride in being the keeper of such a treasure

55. Describe a character or personality of yours

You should say:

· What it is

· How it affects your life

· Where you get it from

· And how you feel about it

a. What it is

honesty -> not very common in life -> honest people are a rarity -> highly valued, especially in the workplace

b. How it affects your life

has both advantages and disadvantages

- ad: never has to lie -> always feel at ease -> also establish yourself as a credible person -> good prospects

- dis: sometimes being too blunt / frank can hurt people's feelings

c. Where you get it from

- my father -> when I was knee-height to a grasshopper -> set an example -> respect him a lot of that

d. How you feel

- take a lot of pride in this quality -> it's a virtue -> more people should be honest