WRITING VSTEP 1
Time: 60 minutes
Number of tasks: 2
TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just received a letter from an English friend and this is part of the letter.
A new restaurant has just opened in my town and it’s wonderful. Have you got a favourite
restaurant? Tell me about it. Where is it located? What kind of restaurant is it? How is the food,
what special about the restaurant and what you like about the restaurant?
Now write a letter responding to your friend about your favourite restaurant by answering your
friend’s questions.
TASK 2
Some people think that Business should hire employees for their entire lives. Meanwhile, others
have opposing ideas that Business should not hire employees for their entire lives.
Write an essay to discuss to what extends you agree or disagree with this statement. Use specific
reasons and examples to support your answer. You should write between 250 – 300 words.
Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and
Grammar.
WRITING VSTEP 2
Time: 60 minutes
Number of tasks: 2
TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just receive an email from your foreign friend John. He asked you some information about a
vocation in your country. Read part of his email.
........... I’ve just decided to come to your country on my next vocation. Can you give me some
advice. What is the best time to visit your country. What should I bring and what shouldn’t I
bring? Where can I visit and what could I do there? Can you recommend some where to live
which is comfortable but not too expensive and what do I have to remember when come to your
country?
Now write an email responding to your friend to give some advice by answering your friend’s
questions.
TASK 2
Modern technology plays in important role in our life. It has changed our life a lot.
But why is it necessary to be computer-literate nowadays.
Write an essay to discuss how has technology changed our life and why should people be
computer-literate nowadays.
You should write between 250-300 words.
Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and
Grammar.
WRITING VSTEP 3
Time: 60 minutes
Number of tasks: 2
TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You received an email from your English-speaking friend, Tom. He asked you for some information and
advice about your region. Read part of his email below.
I am going to spend a two-week holiday in your city this summer. I feel quite worried because I
have never been there. Can you tell me a bit about your city as well as give me some advice
(things like the hotel or somewhere to stay, what to do and what clothes to bring)? I want to
prepare well for this trip and I look forward to seeing you, too.
Write an email responding to Tom.
You should write at least 120 words. You do not need to include your name or addresses. Your
response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and
Grammar.
TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Read the following text from a car magazine.
The number of car-owners increasing every day because every person expects the freedom to
travel and comfort while traveling. And that is why most of us want to own a car. However
owning a car has many good points and limitations as well.
Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of
having a car.
You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task
Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
WRITING VSTEP 4
Time: 60 minutes
Number of tasks: 2
TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You received an email from your relative’s friend, Allie. She asked you for some information about your
house. Read part of his email below.
I am going to take a two-year Vietnamese intensive course in Hanoi next month. I want to look
for an apartment near the university. My friend said that you have a flat for rent. Can you tell me
a bit about your flat (things like the number of rooms, its special characteristics, the
neighbourhood)? I want to see if the house will be suitable for me.
Write an email responding to Allie.
You should write at least 120 words. You do not need to include your name or addresses. Your
response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and
Grammar.
TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Read the following text from a book about information technology.
Today, computer has become an indispensable tool in the day-to-day activities. In fact, we find it
very difficult to get through a working day without it. Some people argue that computer brings us
a lot of benefits; others think that this dependence on computers has negative effects on the
society.
Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss the impact of computer on the society.
You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task
Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
WRITING VSTEP 5
Time: 60 minutes
Number of tasks: 2
TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You received an email from your English friend, named Sarah who is planning to study in
Hanoi. Read part of the letter from her below.
I’m going to study in Hanoi at Vietnam National University in 3 months. I’m thinking about
homestay to learn more about your culture. Can you help me to find a host family?
Also, I don’t know much about the weather there. What should I bring?
I have a spare week after the course, can you suggest some places to go?
Write an email responding to Sarah.
You should write at least 120 words. You are not allowed to include your name or address. Your
response will be evaluated in terms of Task fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Read the following extract from an article about education.
Today more and more young children have electronic gadgets such as computers and mobile
phones. Some people say that this is a positive development in children’s education; others argue
that the use of technology among young children do more harm than good.
Write an essay to discuss the effects of technology on the education of young children.
Include reasons and any relevant examples to support your answer.
You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task
fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
WRITING VSTEP 6
Time: 60 minutes
Number of tasks: 2
TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have just received an email from an English friend named. Read part of the letter
from his below.
I am so glad to hear that you are settling down very well in the new city and have found a new job?
How is the life over there? And how is your new job?
I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Write an email responding to Peter.
You should write at least 120 words. You are not allowed to include your name or address. Your
response will be evaluated in terms of Task fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Read the following extract from an article about
There is a declining trend of reading books among young people; they instead prefer reading
anecdotes on the Internet. This has been criticized by educators and socialists for deteriorating the
reading culture which is strongly recommended to enrich youngsters’ knowledge.
Write an essay to discuss causes and consequences of the above trend. Include reasons and
any relevant examples to support your answer.
You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task
fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
WRITING VSTEP 7
Time: 60 minutes
Number of tasks: 2
Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Some of your American friends and their families are coming to your area and you have been
asked to help organize the group’s visit. Read the email you have received from Mrs Lucas, the
group leader, below.
The group will arrive on 3 September and will stay there for two weeks. Do you think these
dates are suitable?
There will be 10 teenagers and 6 adults in the group. The adults would like to go shopping
and get to know your culture. Could you suggest some malls as well as some cultural tourist
spots? On the other hand, the teenagers are keen on trying local specialties. Are there any
places to try authentic Vietnamese cuisine near your area?
Everybody is looking forward to visiting your town. Thank you for all your help.
Write a letter responding to Mrs. Lucas. You should write at least 120 words. You are not
allowed to include your name. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment,
Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
Task 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Read the following excerpt from an article about women’s role in workplace.
The economic empowerment of women across the rich world is one of the most remarkable
revolutions of the past 50 years. The trend towards more women working and increasing
women’s role in workplace is almost certain to continue.
Excerpt from “Female Power” - The Economist – 30th Dec 2009
To what extent do you agree with the above statements?
Write an essay to present your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant
examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task
Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
WRITING VSTEP 8
Time: 60 minutes
Number of tasks: 2
Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have received the following email from your English friend, Monica. She asked you about your
detail plan in 6 months in UK. Read part of her email below.
It's a really brave step to take a year out of college to come and spend 6 months in the UK!
What are you planning to do with your time? Find a job? Learn some new skills? Write
back and give me more details of your plan so I can do my best to help you have a good
time...
Write a letter responding to Monica. You should write at least 120 words. You are not allowed to
include your name. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment, Organization,
Vocabulary and Grammar.
Task 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
It is important for travelers and business people to understand the cultures they get in
touch, however briefly. What are the main advantages of doing so? What do you think is
the main disadvantages of not doing so?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or
experience.
You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task
Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
WRITING VSTEP 9
Time: 60 minutes
Number of tasks: 2
TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have received an email from a English friend, Olivia, about her relatives who you can visit during
your stay. Read part of Olivia’s email below.
I’ve just had an idea about your trip hear next month. While you’re here, you could visit some of my
relatives, Mr and Mrs Hampson, who live in the Midlands. I’ve spoken to them and they’d be pleased to
put you up for a few days.
I think you should write to them, tell them a little bit about yourself and what you’re doing, and fix up the
details of your stay with them.
There are a lot of interesting things to see and do here. I’m sure they’ll be able to give you some
suggestions.
Write an email to Olivia’s relatives.
You should write at least 120 words. You do not need to include your name or addresses. Your
response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Read the following text from a magazine about education.
It is common nowadays that art-based subjects, such as music, drama or craft, have been
taught in many secondary schools. Some educationalists argue that these subjects should be
compulsory in the school curriculum because of their positive effects on the overall academic
performance; others believe that it is not necessary to include art-based subjects in the
curriculum.
Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss the effects of teaching art-based subjects at
secondary schools. Include reasons and any relevant examples to support your answer.
You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task
Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
WRITING VSTEP 10
Time: 60 minutes
Number of tasks: 2
TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are planning to visit your friend Robin in Canada. Robin has written to you. Read part of
Robin’s letter below.
My friends and I are going to a sports camp in the mountains in July. We’d love you to join us there. We
can play tennis, hockey, football, basketball and other sports. We can stay in rooms or sleep in tents.
Which would you prefer? We’ll cook together in the evenings. Is there something special from uyour
country that you could cook?
You could fly over to Canada a few days before the sports camp and stay with me here in the city. What
would you like to do bedore we go to the camp?
Write a letter responding to Robin.
You should write at least 120 words. You do not need to include your name or addresses. Your
response will be evaluated in terms of Task Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Read the following text from a magazine about social issues .
Overpopulation is an increasingly common problem in urban areas. It has led to negative effects
and governments have many difficulties in tackling this problem.
Write an essay to an educated reader to discuss causes and effects of overpopulation in
urban areas. Include reasons and any relevant examples to support your answer.
You should write at least 250 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task
Fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.