Topic: Science
1. Did you like studying science when you were at
school? [Why/Why not?]
Sample
Yes, I did. Science was one of my favourite subjects because it helped me
understand how the world works. I particularly enjoyed doing simple
experiments, as they made the lessons more interactive and memorable.
Although some topics were quite challenging, I found them interesting
because they encouraged me to think logically and ask questions.
Useful expressions
● understand how the world works
● carry out experiments
● think logically
● satisfy my curiosity
Band 8 vocabulary
● experiment (n.) – thí nghiệm
● curiosity (n.) – sự tò mò
● scientific knowledge (n.) – kiến thức khoa học
Idioms / Collocations
● learn by doing (học thông qua thực hành)
● figure something out (tìm ra cách hiểu hoặc giải quyết điều gì đó)
2. What do you remember about your science
teachers at school?
Sample
I remember that my science teachers were patient and enthusiastic. They
always encouraged us to ask questions and explained difficult concepts in a
simple and interesting way. Some of them even organised practical
experiments, which made the lessons much more enjoyable and easier to
understand.
Useful expressions
● explain difficult concepts
● encourage students to ask questions
● make lessons interesting
● conduct experiments
Band 8 vocabulary
● educator (n.) – nhà giáo
● explanation (n.) – sự giải thích
● demonstration (n.) – sự minh họa
Idioms / Collocations
● bring a subject to life (làm môn học trở nên sinh động)
● inspire a love of learning (truyền cảm hứng học tập)
3. How interested are you in science now? [Why/Why
not?]
Sample
I'm still quite interested in science, especially topics related to technology,
health, and space exploration. Although I don't study science formally
anymore, I often read articles or watch documentaries to keep myself
updated. I think science is constantly changing our lives, so it's interesting
to learn about new discoveries.
Useful expressions
● keep myself updated
● scientific discoveries
● watch documentaries
● stay curious
Band 8 vocabulary
● innovation (n.) – sự đổi mới
● discovery (n.) – khám phá
● advancement (n.) – sự tiến bộ
Idioms / Collocations
● keep up with (theo kịp)
● open my eyes to (mở mang hiểu biết về)
4. What do you think has been an important recent
scientific development? [Why?]
Sample
I think artificial intelligence is one of the most significant scientific
developments in recent years. It's changing the way people work, study, and
communicate by making many tasks faster and more efficient. Although
there are concerns about its impact on jobs and privacy, I believe AI has
enormous potential to improve people's lives if it's used responsibly.
Useful expressions
● scientific breakthrough
● improve people's lives
● make tasks more efficient
● change the way we live
Band 8 vocabulary
● breakthrough (n.) – bước đột phá
● efficiency (n.) – hiệu quả
● potential (n.) – tiềm năng
Idioms / Collocations
● change the game (thay đổi hoàn toàn cách mọi việc được thực hiện)
● pave the way for (mở đường cho)
5. When did you start to learn science?
Sample
I started learning science when I was in primary school. At first, the lessons
were quite simple and focused on topics like plants, animals, and the
weather. As I got older, the subjects became more detailed and included
physics, chemistry, and biology.
Useful expressions
● primary school
● basic scientific knowledge
● learn the fundamentals
● become more advanced
Band 8 vocabulary
● foundation (n.) – nền tảng
● biology (n.) – sinh học
● chemistry (n.) – hóa học
Idioms / Collocations
● start from scratch (bắt đầu từ những điều cơ bản)
● build a solid foundation (xây dựng nền tảng vững chắc)
6. What is your favorite science subject?
Sample
My favourite science subject is biology because I'm fascinated by how the
human body and living organisms function. I think it's a practical subject
that helps us understand health, nature, and the environment. It's also
useful in everyday life because it encourages people to take better care of
themselves.
Useful expressions
● be fascinated by
● living organisms
● understand the human body
● practical knowledge
Band 8 vocabulary
● organism (n.) – sinh vật
● anatomy (n.) – giải phẫu học
● ecosystem (n.) – hệ sinh thái
Idioms / Collocations
● food for thought (điều đáng để suy ngẫm)
● spark my interest (khơi dậy sự hứng thú)
7. Is there any technology that you think is helpful in
daily life?
Sample
Yes, definitely. I think smartphones are one of the most useful technologies
because they allow us to communicate, study, work, and access information
almost instantly. They also provide navigation, online banking, and many
other services that make daily life much more convenient.
Useful expressions
● make life more convenient
● access information instantly
● everyday technology
● save time and effort
Band 8 vocabulary
● convenience (n.) – sự tiện lợi
● communication (n.) – giao tiếp
● application (n.) – ứng dụng
Idioms / Collocations
● at my fingertips (luôn sẵn sàng để sử dụng)
● a game changer (điều tạo ra sự thay đổi lớn)
8. Do you think science classes are important?
Sample
Yes, absolutely. Science classes help students understand the world around
them and develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They also
encourage curiosity and teach students how to evaluate information based
on evidence instead of assumptions. I think these skills are useful
throughout life, regardless of the career people choose.
Useful expressions
● develop critical thinking
● solve problems
● understand the world
● think scientifically
Band 8 vocabulary
● evidence (n.) – bằng chứng
● reasoning (n.) – suy luận
● analysis (n.) – phân tích
Idioms / Collocations
● think outside the box (tư duy sáng tạo)
● put theory into practice (áp dụng lý thuyết vào thực tế)
9. Did you study science when you were at
primary/elementary school?
Sample
Yes, I did. We learned basic topics such as animals, plants, weather, and the
human body. The lessons were quite simple, but they helped build a strong
foundation for more advanced science subjects in secondary school.
Useful expressions
● basic science lessons
● learn about nature
● build a foundation
● simple experiments
Band 8 vocabulary
● elementary education (n.) – giáo dục tiểu học
● foundation (n.) – nền tảng
● observation (n.) – sự quan sát
Idioms / Collocations
● build a solid foundation (xây dựng nền tảng vững chắc)
● learn the basics (học những kiến thức cơ bản)
10. Do you think everyone should study science at
school?
Sample
Yes, I think so. Even if students don't plan to become scientists, science
teaches valuable skills such as logical thinking, problem-solving, and
decision-making. It also helps people understand important issues like
climate change, health, and technology, which affect everyone's daily life.
Useful expressions
● essential life skills
● logical thinking
● understand global issues
● make informed decisions
Band 8 vocabulary
● awareness (n.) – nhận thức
● literacy (n.) – hiểu biết
● responsibility (n.) – trách nhiệm
Idioms / Collocations
● prepare for the future (chuẩn bị cho tương lai)
● make informed decisions (đưa ra quyết định có hiểu biết)
11. How does knowing about science help you in your
everyday life?
Sample
Science helps me make better decisions in everyday life. For example, it
helps me understand basic health advice, use technology more effectively,
and become more aware of environmental issues. I think scientific
knowledge also encourages people to think critically instead of believing
everything they hear.
Useful expressions
● make better decisions
● understand health advice
● think critically
● use technology effectively
Band 8 vocabulary
● awareness (n.) – nhận thức
● practical knowledge (n.) – kiến thức thực tế
● critical thinking (n.) – tư duy phản biện
Idioms / Collocations
● make sense of (hiểu rõ điều gì đó)
● separate fact from fiction (phân biệt sự thật và điều sai lệch)
12. Did you learn much about science at school?
Sample
Yes, I learned quite a lot. Besides the knowledge in textbooks, we also
carried out experiments and completed practical activities, which helped
me understand scientific concepts more clearly. Although I've forgotten
some details, the lessons taught me how to observe, analyse, and solve
problems logically.
Useful expressions
● practical activities
● scientific concepts
● classroom experiments
● apply knowledge
Band 8 vocabulary
● observation (n.) – sự quan sát
● concept (n.) – khái niệm
● application (n.) – sự ứng dụng
Idioms / Collocations
● learn by doing (học thông qua thực hành)
● put knowledge into practice (áp dụng kiến thức vào thực tế)
13. How do you learn about science in daily life?
Sample
Nowadays, I mainly learn about science through the Internet,
documentaries, podcasts, and online articles. Whenever there's a new
scientific discovery or technological innovation, I enjoy reading about it
because I like keeping myself informed. I think learning science outside the
classroom is much easier now thanks to the wide range of educational
resources available online.
Useful expressions
● read online articles
● watch documentaries
● keep myself informed
● educational resources
Band 8 vocabulary
● documentary (n.) – phim tài liệu
● innovation (n.) – sự đổi mới
● resource (n.) – nguồn tài liệu
Idioms / Collocations
● keep up with the latest developments (cập nhật những tiến bộ mới nhất)
● broaden my horizons (mở mang tầm hiểu biết)